Thetford to York by train

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Overview: trains from Thetford to York

Find the key information for travelling by train from Thetford to York, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:22 View journey
Last train 21:43 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 26m View journey
Distance (km) 211
Trains / day 17 View all
Cheapest journey CA$107.90 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 11m
Train operators 5

Travelling from Thetford to York by train

Want to know how to get from Thetford to York by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Thetford to York take around 2 hours and 26 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 211 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Thetford is scheduled to depart at around  06:23. The last departure is usually at around 20:10 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Thetford at around 06:22, with the last train leaving at around 21:43. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 17 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 58 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$107.90.

We think any time is a great time to visit York, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to York.

Is there a direct train from Thetford to York?

The journey between Thetford and York usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Thetford to York every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Thetford to York?

The Thetford to York train travel takes about 2 hours and 26 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Thetford to York train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to York leaving Thetford at around 06:23 and the last train leaving at around 20:10 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Thetford at around 06:22, with the final departure at 21:43.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.