The average train between Dover and Thetford takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 hourly between Dover and Thetford. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Thetford at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dover 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 Dover to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Thetford station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.
Dover to Thetford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Thetford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ely station.
Book your Dover to Thetford train tickets online with Southeastern, Great Northern and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dover and Thetford is 148.6 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Thetford via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Ely in around 3h 24m.