What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Thetford?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Thetford is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Thetford?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Thetford is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Thetford?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and arriving at Bus Interchange via Parkside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Thetford?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Thetford via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Thetford?

The distance between Birmingham and Thetford is 145 miles. The road distance is 130.3 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Thetford without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Thetford without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £75 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Thetford?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Birmingham to Thetford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Thetford bus from?

Birmingham to Thetford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Thetford train from?

Birmingham to Thetford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Thetford?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Thetford is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Birmingham to Thetford bus arrive?

Birmingham to Thetford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where does the Birmingham to Thetford train arrive?

Birmingham to Thetford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Thetford?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Thetford is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Birmingham to Thetford.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Thetford?

Book your Birmingham to Thetford train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Thetford?

Book your Birmingham to Thetford bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Thetford?

There are 403+ hotels available in Thetford.

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Thetford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Elytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
3h 14m
£78–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk083
2. Take the bus from Parkside to Bus Interchangebus 727 / ...
4h 20m
£16–36
Drive 129.5 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Thetfordcar 129.5 mi
2h 9m
£32–46

Birmingham to Thetford by train

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Distance: 144.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Ely hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bus Interchange via Parkside in around 4h 20m.

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