The average train between Thetford and Ilford takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Thetford to Ilford. 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 Ilford. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thetford is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Ilford at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Norwich and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Thetford to Ilford? 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 Ilford. However, there are services departing from Thetford station and arriving at Ilford station via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Thetford to Ilford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Thetford station.
Thetford to Ilford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.
Book your Thetford to Ilford train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Thetford and Ilford is 106.2 km. The road distance is 232 km.
You can take a train from Thetford to Ilford via Norwich and Stratford in around 3h 1m.