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The average train between Thetford and Birmingham takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Thetford to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 33m
Duration
145 mi
Distance
£78
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Thetford to Birmingham train times

Trains run hourly between Thetford and Birmingham. 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 Birmingham at 7:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 15m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 15m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaCross Country3h 38m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaCross Country2h 59m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaCross Country2h 59m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaCross Country2h 59m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaCross Country2h 59m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 18m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 16m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 15m • 1 change
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    Greater AngliaCross Country3h 41m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country3h 15m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Thetford to Birmingham? 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.

Map of how to get from Thetford to Birmingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 144.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Thetford, Norfolk, England and Birmingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Ely to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–80 and the journey takes 2h 23m.

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