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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Thetford is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Thetford is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Thetford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Swindon - Regent Circus and arriving at Thetford via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Thetford?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Thetford via Paddington, King's Cross and Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Swindon to Thetford?

The distance between Swindon and Thetford is 174 miles. The road distance is 142.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Thetford without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Swindon to Thetford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Thetford bus from?

Swindon to Thetford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swindon - Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Thetford train from?

Swindon to Thetford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Thetford?

The best way to get from Swindon to Thetford is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Swindon to Thetford bus arrive?

Swindon to Thetford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Swindon to Thetford train arrive?

Swindon to Thetford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Thetford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Thetford is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Swindon to Thetford.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Thetford?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
3h 26m
£74–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swindon - Regent Circus to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk044 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Thetfordbus Uk950
5h 36m
£20–31
Drive 141.4 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Thetfordcar 141.4 mi
2h 40m
£36–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the bus from Paddington Station to Coach Stationbus A6
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Thetfordtrain
5h 26m
£67–119

Swindon to Thetford by train and subway

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.8 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Thetford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Ely in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swindon - Regent Circus to Thetford via London Heathrow Airport in around 5h 36m.

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