The average train between Swindon and Thetford takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is an hourly train service from Swindon 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 Swindon and Thetford. The earliest departure is at 3:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Thetford at 10:09 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Thetford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Swindon to Thetford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Thetford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ely station.
Book your Swindon to Thetford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Thetford is 197.9 km. The road distance is 278 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Thetford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Ely in around 3h 26m.