The average train between Thetford and Dover takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Thetford to Dover. 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 Dover. 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 Dover at 8:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Thetford to Dover? 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 Dover. However, there are services departing from Thetford station and arriving at Dover station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Thetford to Dover train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Ely station.
Thetford to Dover train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Dover Priory station.
Book your Thetford to Dover train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Great Northern and 2 other operators.
The distance between Thetford and Dover is 148.6 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a train from Thetford to Dover Priory via Ely, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 50m.