The average train between Bolton and Thetford takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton 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 3 hours between Bolton and Thetford. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 6:07 PM which arrives into Thetford at 10:43 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Thetford station via Thetford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.
Bolton to Thetford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Thetford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Thetford station.
Book your Bolton to Thetford train tickets online with TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railways and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bolton and Thetford is 249.4 km. The road distance is 319 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetford every 3 hours. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 4h.