From Manchester to Thetford by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Manchester to Thetford by train. With 14 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train tickets between Manchester and Thetford

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Thetford start at CA$124.15. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Manchester to Thetford is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 4 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Manchester to Thetford daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Thetford on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 14 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 07:38: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 18:43: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 07:38: departure of first train on weekends

  • 18:43: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 59 minutes: frequency of train departures

Train duration for trips from Manchester to Thetford

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 54 minutes, crossing a total distance of 232 kilometres.

When do tickets between Manchester and Thetford go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Manchester and Thetford 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Learn even more about travelling from Manchester to Thetford by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Thetford.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Manchester to Thetford by train?

The distance between Manchester and Thetford is 232 kilometres.

What is the Manchester to Thetford train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs CA$124.15. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Manchester to Thetford?

Tickets for this journey become available 4 months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Manchester to Thetford?

The fastest travel time is 3 hours and 54 minutes.