Thetford to Edinburgh by train

Q: How long does it take to travel from Thetford to Edinburgh?

The Thetford to Edinburgh train travel takes about 4 hours and 52 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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Overview: trains from Thetford to Edinburgh

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First train 06:21 View journey

Last train 23:13 View journey

Avg changes 1

Fastest journey 4hr 52m View journey

Distance (km) 469

Trains / day 21 View all

Cheapest journey €107.23 View journey

Avg journey time 6hr 7m

Train operators 4

Thetford to Edinburgh train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Thetford to Edinburgh take around 4 hours and 52 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 469 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Thetford is scheduled to depart at around 06:21. The last departure is usually at around 23:13 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Thetford at around 06:22, with the last train leaving at around 21:18. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 21 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 34 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €107.23.

We think any time is a great time to visit Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh.

Is there a direct train from Thetford to Edinburgh?

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

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

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Thetford to Edinburgh train travel takes about 4 hours and 52 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Thetford to Edinburgh train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Edinburgh leaving Thetford at around 06:21 and the last train leaving at around 23:13 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Thetford at around 06:22, with the final departure at 21:18.