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

The cheapest way to get from Bury to Thetford is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bury to Thetford is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Bury and Thetford?

No, there is no direct train from Bury to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Bury and arriving at Thetford via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Bury to Thetford?

The distance between Bury and Thetford is 199 miles. The road distance is 180.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bury to Thetford without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Bury to Thetford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bury to Thetford train from?

Bury to Thetford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Bury to Thetford train arrive?

Bury to Thetford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Thetford station.

Can I drive from Bury to Thetford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bury to Thetford is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Bury to Thetford.

Where can I stay near Thetford?

There are 409+ hotels available in Thetford.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bury to Thetford by train, car, plane, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetfordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 38m
£94–145
Drive 179.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bury to Thetfordcar 179.2 mi
3h 33m
£45–64
Fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane MAN - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Thetfordtrain
6h 41m
£113–425
Tram, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the tram from Bury to Piccadillytram
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain
4. Take the train from Ely to Thetfordtrain
6h 17m
£114–393
Fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Thetfordtrain
7h 32m
£81–198

Bury to Thetford by tram and train

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5h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197.5 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetford every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 4h.

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