The average train between Hull and Thetford takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Hull 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 Hull and Thetford. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Thetford at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hull 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 Hull to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Thetford station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
Hull to Thetford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Thetford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thetford station.
Book your Hull to Thetford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hull and Thetford is 164.5 km. The road distance is 279 km.
You can take a train from Hull to Thetford via Doncaster and Peterborough in around 3h 48m.