The average train between Thetford and Newbury takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Thetford to Newbury. 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 Newbury. 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 Newbury at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 22m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Thetford to Newbury? 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 Newbury. However, there are services departing from Thetford station and arriving at Newbury station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
Thetford to Newbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Ely station.
Thetford to Newbury train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Newbury station.
Book your Thetford to Newbury train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Great Northern and 3 other operators.
The distance between Thetford and Newbury is 181.6 km. The road distance is 239 km.
You can take a train from Thetford to Newbury via Ely, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 37m.