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Trip Overview

The average train between Thetford and Rugby takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Thetford to Rugby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 19m
Duration
138 mi
Distance
£69
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Thetford to Rugby train times

Trains run hourly between Thetford and Rugby. 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 Rugby at 8:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryAvanti West Coast3h 16m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 2m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaCross CountryAvanti West Coast3h 33m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryAvanti West Coast3h • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 7m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 47m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 7m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 47m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 7m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 2m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 2m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 28m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 7m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 47m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 5m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 7m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 47m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 6m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Thetford to Rugby? 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.

Map of how to get from Thetford to Rugby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 138.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Thetford, Norfolk, England and Rugby, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Ely to Nuneaton hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 53m.

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