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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Thetford is to bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which costs £19 - £35 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Thetford is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Thetford?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Gildredge Road and arriving at Thetford via Gatwick Airport South Terminal and London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Thetford?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Thetford via East Croydon and Cambridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Thetford?

The distance between Eastbourne and Thetford is 165 miles. The road distance is 141.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Thetford without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Eastbourne to Thetford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Thetford bus from?

Eastbourne to Thetford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Thetford train from?

Eastbourne to Thetford train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Thetford?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Thetford is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which costs £19 - £35 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Thetford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Eastbourne to Thetford train arrive?

Eastbourne to Thetford train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Thetford?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Thetford is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Eastbourne to Thetford.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to East Croydontrain
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Cambridgetrain
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Thetfordtrain
4h 37m
£82–165
Bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Thetfordbus
8h 15m
£19–32
Drive 140.6 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Thetfordcar 140.6 mi
2h 38m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Interchangebus 727 / ...
8h 19m
£40–96

Eastbourne to Thetford by train

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Distance: 163.9 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Thetford via East Croydon and Cambridge in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gildredge Road to Thetford via Gatwick South Terminal, Gatwick Airport South Terminal, and London Heathrow Airport in around 8h 15m.

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