The cheapest and fastest trains from Thetford to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price
£107
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thetford to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thetford to London Luton Airport will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £107.
Of the 1 trains that leave Thetford for London Luton Airport 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 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Thetford to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Thetford to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, and a coach costs an average of £27.
Distance: 97 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thetford to London Luton Airport
Trains from Thetford to London Luton Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:06, the last at 08:06. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 08:06 |
Last train 08:06 |
Train companies: Thameslink from Thetford to London Luton Airport trainsThameslink trains will get you between Thetford and London Luton Airport from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Thetford to London Luton Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thetford to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Thetford and London Luton Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 13:30 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Under the canopy on platform 1 and next to the ticket office on platform 2
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on the station forecourt
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