The average train between Thetford and Derby takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Thetford to Derby. 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 Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thetford is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Derby at 11:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Thetford to Derby. However, there are services departing from Thetford station and arriving at Derby station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Thetford to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Thetford station.
Thetford to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.
Book your Thetford to Derby train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Cross Country.
The distance between Thetford and Derby is 160.3 km. The road distance is 194 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Thetford to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £50–80 and the journey takes 2h 15m.