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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Thetford is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Thetford is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Thetford?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Thetford via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Penrith to Thetford?

The distance between Penrith and Thetford is 292 miles. The road distance is 248.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Thetford without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £110 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Penrith to Thetford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Thetford train from?

Penrith to Thetford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Where does the Penrith to Thetford train arrive?

Penrith to Thetford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Thetford?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Thetford is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Penrith to Thetford.

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

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Where can I stay near Thetford?

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Penrith to Thetford - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Penrith to Thetford by train, car, plane, or bus

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1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetfordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Norwich / ...
6h 38m
£115–169
Drive 247.1 mi
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1. Drive from Penrith to Thetfordcar 247.1 mi
4h 23m
£61–88
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
6h 28m
£91–228
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Booth's Supermarket to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Thetfordtrain
7h 35m
£74–118
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
6h 8m
£84–224
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain
7h 10m
£138–381

Penrith to Thetford by train

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Distance: 290.2 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Thetford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 38m.

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