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

The cheapest way to get from Thetford to Reading is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thetford to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Thetford and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Thetford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Thetford and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Thetford and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Thetford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Thetford and arriving at Reading via Ely, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Thetford to Reading?

The distance between Thetford and Reading is 132 miles. The road distance is 116.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thetford to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Thetford to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thetford to Reading bus from?

Thetford to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Thetford station.

Where do I catch the Thetford to Reading train from?

Thetford to Reading train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.

Train or bus from Thetford to Reading?

The best way to get from Thetford to Reading is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Thetford to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thetford to Reading train arrive?

Thetford to Reading train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Thetford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Thetford to Reading is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Thetford to Reading.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Thetford to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 56m
£59–159
Drive 115.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thetford to Readingcar 115.9 mi
2h 19m
£29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thetford to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 22m
£39–55
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Thetford to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Readingtrain
3h 39m
£75–153
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 52m
£49–87

Thetford to Reading by train and subway

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Distance: 131.7 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Thetford to Reading via Ely, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thetford to Reading RailAir via London Heathrow Airport and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 4h 22m.

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