The average train between Thetford and Bedford takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Thetford to Bedford. 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 Thetford and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thetford is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Bedford at 7:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Thetford to Bedford? 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 Thetford to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Bedford station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Thetford to Bedford train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.
Thetford to Bedford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Bedford station.
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The distance between Thetford and Bedford is 88.5 km. The road distance is 100 km.
You can take a train from Thetford to Bedford via Ely, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 50m.