The average train between Thetford and Waterloo Station takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Thetford to Waterloo Station. 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 Waterloo Station. 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 Waterloo Station at 6:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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2h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Thetford to Waterloo Station? 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 Waterloo Station. However, there are services departing from Thetford station and arriving at Waterloo Station station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Thetford to Waterloo Station train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ely station.
Thetford to Waterloo Station train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at King's Cross station.
Book your Thetford to Waterloo Station train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Great Northern and 2 other operators.
The distance between Thetford and Waterloo Station is 117.6 km. The road distance is 155 km.
Great Northern operates a train from Ely to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 1h 16m.