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Trip Overview

The average train between Chelmsford and Thetford takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Chelmsford 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.

2h 22m
Duration
115 mi
Distance
£65
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Chelmsford to Thetford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Chelmsford and Thetford. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Thetford at 6:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 2m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 51m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 49m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 53m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 2m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 51m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater Anglia5h 59m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 53m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 2m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 51m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 50m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 51m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 53m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 2m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 51m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 53m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaGreater Anglia2h 2m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 51m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railways1h 49m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford 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.

Map of how to get from Chelmsford to Thetford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 115.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Thetford, Norfolk, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Thetford via Norwich in around 2h 13m.

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