The average train between Blackpool and Thetford takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Thetford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Blackpool and Thetford. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Thetford at 8:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Thetford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Thetford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.
Blackpool to Thetford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.
Blackpool to Thetford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thetford station.
Book your Blackpool to Thetford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Blackpool and Thetford is 297.5 km. The road distance is 387 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Thetford via Leeds and Peterborough in around 6h 4m.