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The cheapest and fastest trains from Thetford to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for 28 Feb
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
469 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thetford to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thetford to Edinburgh will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Thetford for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 469 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
09:205h07
Thetford14:27Edinburgh
£801One-way
0 changes
09:205h07
Thetford14:27Edinburgh
£801One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Thetford to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thetford to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 469 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£96 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 58m Average total duration 14h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Thetford to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Thetford to Edinburgh trains for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 16:00
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 20:36 Thetford | 14h31 | 11:07 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
| 09:20 Thetford | 5h07 | 14:27 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Thetford to Edinburgh
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Trains from Thetford to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 469 km distance in 5h 7m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Distance 469 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 18:00 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Train companies: LNER, east_midlands_trains from Thetford to Edinburgh trainsLNER, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Thetford and Edinburgh from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
LNER
About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 7m
Cheapest Price
£80
LNER frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 34m
Cheapest Price
£194
east_midlands_trains frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Thetford to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thetford to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Thetford to Edinburgh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £80, while the average price tends to be around £96.
The train journey from Thetford to Edinburgh covers a distance of 469 km and takes approximately 5h 7m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Thetford to Edinburgh is 469 km.
The first train from Thetford to Edinburgh leaves at 5:37.
The last train from Thetford to Edinburgh departs at 18:00.
Trains from Thetford to Edinburgh run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Thetford to Edinburgh.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Thetford to Edinburgh.
To get from Thetford to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Thetford to Edinburgh.
The train station in Thetford that goes to Edinburgh is Thetford station (TTF), and it arrives at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
The cheapest way to get from Thetford to Edinburgh is by flight, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Thetford to Edinburgh in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Thetford to Edinburgh offers a mix of scenery, including the charming countryside of East Anglia, the urban landscapes around Peterborough and York, and the picturesque vistas of the Scottish Borders approaching Edinburgh.
A day trip from Thetford to Edinburgh is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 7m. The service operates 6 times per day for trains, covering a distance of 469 km.
In Edinburgh, you can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket with its pubs, shops, and street performances, or enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults. Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh for beautiful landscapes. Discover hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market. Must-see sights include Edinburgh Castle, offering panoramic views and housing the Crown Jewels, Arthur's Seat for hiking and city views, The Royal Mile lined with shops and landmarks, Holyrood Palace with its stunning gardens, and the National Museum of Scotland showcasing diverse exhibits.
To fully experience Edinburgh's historic sites, cultural attractions, and local cuisine, a stay of three to four days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Thetford to Edinburgh.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thetford and Edinburgh
Thetford
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Thetford is Thetford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thetford for your trip from Thetford to Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 13:30 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Womens and accessible toilets are available in the waiting room on platform 1 and mens on platform 2. Toilets at this station are available at the following times: Weekdays (Mon - Fri) 07:00 : 13:00 Saturdays 07:00 : 13:00 Sundays closed
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Under the canopy on platform 1 and next to the ticket office on platform 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Thetford
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on the station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your journey to Edinburgh from Thetford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Address
Slateford station, Meggetgate, off A70 Slateford Road, Slateford, City of Edinburgh, EH14 1BX
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Slateford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Haymarket
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
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