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Compare prices and tickets Welwyn Garden City to Thetford by train
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Why should you book Welwyn Garden City to Thetford trains with Omio?
Great Northern operates all trains services from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 38m.
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
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 06:06 |
Last train 21:40 |
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
Train companies: Great Northern from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and Thetford from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest Price
£38
Great Northern frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Welwyn Garden City to Thetford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford 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 Thetford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £38, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford covers a distance of 95 km and takes approximately 1h 38m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford is 95 km.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford leaves at 6:06.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford departs at 21:40.
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford.
To travel from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Thetford is Welwyn Garden City station (WGC), and it arrives at Thetford station (TTF).
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford is by train, costing approximately £38.
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford offers pleasant views of the English countryside, with stretches of open fields, small villages, and wooded areas adding to the scenic experience.
A day trip from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 38m. However, trains run 3 times per day. The distance is 95 km.
To fully enjoy Thetford's historical sites, nature reserves, and local attractions, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Thetford
Welwyn Garden City
Thetford
The major train station for departures in Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your trip from Welwyn Garden City to Thetford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
The major train station for arrivals in Thetford is Thetford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thetford for your journey to Thetford from Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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