How to Travel from

Essex to Thetford

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Great Britain Essex Thetford

Cheapest

By car (76 km)

1 h 6 min

76 km.

from $4

Other

Rideshare

1 h 6 min

76 km.

from $4.13

Train

2 h 32 min

64 km.

from $68.46

Bus, Train

3 h 16 min

64 km.

from $42.83

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:

03457 125 678

Website:

eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/

Train from Norwich to Thetford

Ave. Duration:

27 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$11.39–$21.52

National Express

Phone:

08717 81 81 81

Website:

nationalexpress.com/en

Bus from London Stansted Airport to Thetford

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$22.78–$34.18

Greater Anglia

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

greateranglia.co.uk/

Train from Colchester to Norwich

Ave. Duration:

1h 1m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$21.52–$30.38

Train from Norwich to Thetford

Ave. Duration:

32 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$10.13–$15.19

Train from Stansted Airport to Thetford

Ave. Duration:

1h 12m

Frequency:

Every 2 hours

Estimated price:

$29.11–$41.77

Bus operators

Hedingham & Chambers

Phone:

+44 330 102 0801

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

hedinghamandchambers.co.uk/

Bus from Bus Station to Bus

Ave. Duration:

1h 7m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$6.96–$10.13

Flagfinders

Phone:

+44 1376 320501

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flagfinders.com/

Bus from Bus Interchange to Bus

Ave. Duration:

48 min

Frequency:

5 times a day

First Essex

Phone:

+44 345 646 0707

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

firstbus.co.uk/essex

Bus from Bus Interchange to Coach

Ave. Duration:

36 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Arriva Herts and Essex

Phone:

0344 800 44 11

Website:

arrivabus.co.uk/herts-and-essex/

Bus from Bus Interchange to Coach

Ave. Duration:

55 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$2.86

What is the cheapest way to get from Essex to Thetford?

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Thetford is to drive which costs $14.13 - $21.74 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essex to Thetford?

The fastest way to get from Essex to Thetford is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Thetford?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Bulford Lane and arriving at Thetford via Bus Interchange and London Stansted Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Thetford?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Witham (Essex) and arriving at Thetford via Colchester and Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Essex to Thetford?

The distance between Essex and Thetford is 171 km. The road distance is 76.6 km.

How do I travel from Essex to Thetford without a car?

The best way to get from Essex to Thetford without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Essex to Thetford?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Essex to Thetford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Thetford bus from?

Essex to Thetford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Stansted Airport station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Thetford train from?

Essex to Thetford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Essex to Thetford?

The best way to get from Essex to Thetford is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $35.87 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Essex to Thetford bus arrive?

Essex to Thetford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Thetford station.

Where does the Essex to Thetford train arrive?

Essex to Thetford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Norwich station.

Can I drive from Essex to Thetford?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Thetford is 77 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Essex to Thetford.

How do I get a train ticket from Essex to Thetford?

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Where can I stay near Thetford?

There are 303+ hotels available in Thetford. Prices start at $54.88 per night.

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Five ways to Travel from Essex to Thetford

Transport providers

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

National Express

Greater Anglia

Bus operators

Hedingham & Chambers

Flagfinders

First Essex

Arriva Herts and Essex

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Essex to Thetford?

What is the fastest way to get from Essex to Thetford?

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Thetford?

Is there a direct train between Essex and Thetford?

How far is it from Essex to Thetford?

How do I travel from Essex to Thetford without a car?

How long does it take to get from Essex to Thetford?

Where do I catch the Essex to Thetford bus from?

Where do I catch the Essex to Thetford train from?

Train or bus from Essex to Thetford?

Where does the Essex to Thetford bus arrive?

Where does the Essex to Thetford train arrive?

Can I drive from Essex to Thetford?

How do I get a train ticket from Essex to Thetford?

Where can I stay near Thetford?