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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Thetford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Bus Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Thetford?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Thetford via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Thetford?

The distance between Cheltenham and Thetford is 191 miles. The road distance is 143.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Thetford without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Cheltenham to Thetford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Thetford bus from?

Cheltenham to Thetford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Thetford train from?

Cheltenham to Thetford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Thetford?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Thetford is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Thetford bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Thetford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Thetford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Thetford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Thetford is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cheltenham to Thetford.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Elytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
4h 13m
£103–148
Drive 142.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Thetfordcar 142.7 mi
2h 50m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Interchangebus 727 / ...
7h 5m
£40–98
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Elytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
4h 38m
£101–150

Cheltenham to Thetford by train

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Distance: 189.8 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Ely 6 times a week. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Bus Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 5m.

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