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6:213h01Thetford9:22Derby£531One-way1 change- 17:222h59Thetford20:21Derby£531One-way1 change
- 20:362h50Thetford23:26Derby£531One-way1 change
- 20:362h50Thetford23:26Derby£541One-way0 changes
- 7:192h43Thetford10:02Derby£721One-way1 change
- 8:272h35Thetford11:02Derby£721One-way1 change
- 13:202h41Thetford16:01Derby£721One-way1 change
- 10:202h42Thetford13:02Derby£721One-way1 change
- 11:202h42Thetford14:02Derby£721One-way1 change
- 7:192h43Thetford10:02Derby£721One-way1 change
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Compare train and coach for Thetford to Derby
The cheapest option from Thetford to Derby is train, with an average price of £21. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Thetford to Derby among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 160 km
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3h 10m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Thetford to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Thetford to Derby trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:20 Thetford | 2h42 | 13:02 Derby | 1 change | |
| 11:20 Thetford | 2h42 | 14:02 Derby | 1 change | |
| 12:20 Thetford | 2h44 | 15:04 Derby | 1 change | |
| 13:20 Thetford | 2h41 | 16:01 Derby | 1 change | |
| 14:20 Thetford | 2h43 | 17:03 Derby | 1 change | |
| 15:20 Thetford | 2h46 | 18:06 Derby | 1 change | |
| 16:20 Thetford | 2h48 | 19:08 Derby | 1 change | |
| 17:22 Thetford | 2h59 | 20:21 Derby | 1 change | |
| 18:23 Thetford | 2h43 | 21:06 Derby | 1 change | |
 | 19:00 Thetford | 3h28 | 22:28 Derby | 2 changes | |
| 20:36 Thetford | 2h50 | 23:26 Derby | 1 change | |
| 20:36 Thetford | 2h50 | 23:26 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:14 Thetford | 8h59 | 8:13 Derby | 2 changes | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
| 6:21 Thetford | 3h01 | 9:22 Derby | 1 change | |
| 7:19 Thetford | 2h43 | 10:02 Derby | 1 change | |
| 8:27 Thetford | 2h35 | 11:02 Derby | 1 change | |
| 9:20 Thetford | 2h43 | 12:03 Derby | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thetford to Derby
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Thetford to Derby, including direct trains, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 20:36. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Lowest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 4:58 |
Last train 20:36 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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FAQs: Thetford to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thetford to Derby by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thetford and Derby
Most Thetford to Derby trains use the Thetford to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Thetford and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Thetford station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Thetford from Thetford city centre
Thetford train station facilities and services
Thetford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thetford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thetford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thetford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thetford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thetford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thetford: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On platform 2, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Derby station do trains from Thetford arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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