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The cheapest and fastest trains from Thetford to Manchester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Aug
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£52
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£52
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
7 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
7 h 25 m
Trains on 29 Aug
1
Distance
232 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thetford to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thetford to Manchester will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Fast trains
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 1 trains from Thetford to Manchester, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 25 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.
7:107h25Thetford14:35Manchester£521One-way0 changes
- 7:107h25Thetford14:35Manchester£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Thetford to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thetford to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a flight costs an average of £441.
Distance: 232 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£36 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £441 Average Price |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Thetford to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Thetford to Manchester trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:20 Thetford | 4h15 | 16:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:20 Thetford | 4h15 | 17:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:20 Thetford | 4h15 | 18:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:20 Thetford | 4h15 | 19:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:20 Thetford | 4h15 | 20:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:22 Thetford | 4h13 | 21:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:23 Thetford | 4h45 | 23:08 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 20:36 Thetford | 10h59 | 7:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
| 7:10 Thetford | 7h25 | 14:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thetford to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Thetford to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 232 km distance in 4h 15m.
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
Coach from £18
Distance 232 km |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
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
Coach from £18
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Thetford to Manchester trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Thetford and Manchester from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£33
East Midlands Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 8m
Cheapest Price
£77
east_midlands_trains frequency
12 a day
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Things to do in Manchester
Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
- Must visit
Manchester Museum
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
- Must visit
Manchester Art Gallery
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
- Must visit
Castlefield
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
- Recommended
Albert Square
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
- Recommended
Oldham Street
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
Rag Pudding
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
- Gluten-free
Manchester Tripe
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
mana
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
The Winston Churchill
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
The Black Friar
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
Bee Network app
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.40
- Day pass
- £6.10
To the city centre
Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Use contactless tap and go on Bee Network buses and trams for capped fares. Always use the same card or device for every tap.
- The Bee Network app is the official app for journey planning, live departures and buying tram and bus tickets.
FAQs: Thetford to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thetford to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Thetford to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Thetford to Manchester covers a distance of 232 km and takes approximately 4h 15m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Thetford to Manchester is 232 km.
The first train from Thetford to Manchester leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Thetford to Manchester departs at 21:45.
Trains from Thetford to Manchester run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Thetford to Manchester.
Yes, there is a direct train between Thetford and Manchester. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
To get from Thetford to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Thetford to Manchester.
The train station in Thetford that goes to Manchester is Thetford station (TTF), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Thetford to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Thetford to Manchester 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 Manchester offers a mix of scenic and urban views, with picturesque countryside landscapes and charming towns in parts, particularly as you pass through areas like the Peak District.
A day trip from Thetford to Manchester is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 15m each way. However, there are 6 train services available per day.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
Yes, you can take the train from Thetford to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thetford and Manchester
Most Thetford to Manchester trains use the Thetford to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Victoria. Use this guide to compare Thetford and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Thetford
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Which Thetford station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Trains from Thetford to Manchester leave from Thetford. The station is from Thetford city centre at Thetford station, Station Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1AH.
ThetfordThetford station, Station Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1AH
City-centre transport
Getting to Thetford from Thetford city centre
BusT2, T3, T1 · 26m · every ~6 min
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 Manchester station do trains from Thetford arrive at?
Trains from Thetford to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester Piccadilly. Some services arrive at Manchester Victoria, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus41, 135 · 5m · £2 · every ~32 min
T1 · 10m
X43 · 29m · every ~1 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · £2 · every ~23 min
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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