The average train between Leeds and Thetford takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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 Leeds and Thetford. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Thetford at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Thetford station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Leeds to Thetford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Thetford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Thetford station.
Book your Leeds to Thetford train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Leeds and Thetford is 216.9 km. The road distance is 261 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Thetford via Peterborough in around 3h 10m.