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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Cambridge to Thetford. The train trip from Cambridge to Thetford is usually about 46 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Greater Anglia train can get you there in as little as 40 minutes.
| Distance | 30 mi (49 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 40m |
| Lowest price | $20.42 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Cambridge to Thetford?
2 train services operate from Cambridge to Thetford. Greater Anglia usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Northern | 2 | 1h 3m | $20.42 |
| Greater Anglia | 6 | 0h 41m | $20.42 |
Great Northern is a UK-based rail company that serves commuter towns north of London. The company is owned by Thameslink and offers a contemporary train fleet with complimentary WiFi. The company primarily serves towns such as Potters Bar, Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, Stevenage, and Hitchin While standard-class seats can be hard to secure due to high demand at peak hours, first-class compartments offer a quieter, more peaceful journey.
Greater Anglia is an east-of-England train company that serves Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. Greater Anglia is known for providing affordable travel options and is in the process of upgrading its train cars with WiFi. Restrooms are available onboard, and power outlets are available at some seats.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Cambridge to Thetford on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Cambridge at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Thetford. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Thetford to Cambridge.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cambridge?
Main departure station: Station Road
There is one train station in Cambridge.
All train stations in Cambridge:
Station Road
Where is the train station in Thetford?
Main arrival station: Thetford Train Station
Thetford has one train station.
All train stations in Thetford:
Thetford Train Station
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