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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Thetford is to bus which costs £4 - £16 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Thetford is to train which takes 39 min and costs £18 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Thetford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Parkside and arriving at Bus Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Thetford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cambridge and arriving at Thetford. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Cambridge to Thetford?

The distance between Cambridge and Thetford is 38 miles. The road distance is 34.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Thetford without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £18 - £35.

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

The train from Cambridge to Thetford takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Thetford bus from?

Cambridge to Thetford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Thetford train from?

Cambridge to Thetford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Thetford?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Thetford is to train which takes 39 min and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £16 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Cambridge to Thetford bus arrive?

Cambridge to Thetford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Cambridge to Thetford train arrive?

Cambridge to Thetford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Thetford station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Thetford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Thetford is 34 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Cambridge to Thetford.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Thetford?

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Cambridge to Thetford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Thetford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Thetfordtrain Stansted Airport - Norwich / ...
39 min
£18–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Bus Interchangebus 727 / ...
1h 10m
£4–16
Drive 33.9 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Thetfordcar 33.9 mi
41 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cambridge to Thetfordtaxi 33.9 mi
41 min
£70–90

Cambridge to Thetford by train

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Distance: 37.8 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Cambridge to Thetford hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Parkside to Bus Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £6–16 and the journey takes 1h 10m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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