The average train between Thetford and Gloucester takes 5h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Thetford to Gloucester. 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 every 2 hours between Thetford and Gloucester. 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 Gloucester at 9:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 5h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Thetford to Gloucester? 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 Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Thetford station and arriving at Gloucester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.
Thetford to Gloucester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Ely station.
Thetford to Gloucester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Gloucester station.
Book your Thetford to Gloucester train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Thetford and Gloucester is 213.2 km. The road distance is 316 km.
You can take a train from Thetford to Gloucester via Ely and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 11m.