The cheapest and fastest trains from Thetford to Peterborough
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thetford to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thetford to Peterborough will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Thetford for Peterborough 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 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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 train for Thetford to Peterborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thetford to Peterborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £30.
Distance: 70 km
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Thetford to Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Thetford to Peterborough trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:24 Thetford | 0h59 | 13:23 Peterborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:36 Thetford | 1h08 | 20:44 Peterborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thetford to Peterborough
Trains from Thetford to Peterborough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 59m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 06:22 |
Last train 22:19 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains from Thetford to Peterborough trainsEast Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Thetford and Peterborough from £8. 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 Peterborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thetford to Peterborough 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 Peterborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thetford and Peterborough
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
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