Cardiff to Thetford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to Thetford

Showing times and prices for Aug 01

Cheapest price

€57

Average price

€57

Fastest journey

8 h 25 m

Average duration

8 h 25 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

289 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff to Thetford will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Cardiff for Thetford on Sat, Aug 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Aug 01 the direct buses cover the 289 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .

On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 8 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlixBus
    9:30 AM8h25
    Cardiff
    5:55 PMThetford
    €571One-way
    0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for Cardiff to Thetford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €57, and a train costs an average of €210.

Distance: 289 km

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Train

€64

Average price

Cheapest

€213

Average price

6h 53m

Average total duration

6h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 17m

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30m

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Cardiff to Thetford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Thetford buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express9:25 AM Cardiff
7h30
4:55 PM Thetford1 transfer
National Express10:40 AM Cardiff
8h05
6:45 PM Thetford1 transfer
National Express12:35 PM Cardiff
8h45
9:20 PM Thetford1 transfer
National Express2:55 PM Cardiff
7h55
10:50 PM Thetford1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Thetford

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Buses from Cardiff to Thetford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €57 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 02:40, the last at 16:55. The fastest bus covers the 289 km distance in 8h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
289 km
Average bus duration
6h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
€57
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
8h 15m
First bus
2:40 AM
Last bus
4:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to ThetfordYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Thetford with National Express for as low as €57. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 15m
Cheapest Price
€72
National Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to Thetford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Thetford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thetford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to Thetford can start from as little as €57 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Thetford is €64; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cardiff to Thetford is 8h 15m to travel the 289 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cardiff to Thetford leaves at 2:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cardiff to Thetford leaves at 4:55 PM.
There are 7 coaches a day from Cardiff to Thetford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cardiff to Thetford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Thetford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cardiff and Thetford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Thetford from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cardiff to Thetford is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Thetford including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cardiff to Thetford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Thetford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cardiff to Thetford depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff to Thetford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff to Thetford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff to Thetford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff to Thetford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cardiff to Thetford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to Thetford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cardiff to Thetford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Cardiff to Thetford

Most Cardiff to Thetford buses use the Cardiff, Sophia Gardens to Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Thetford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Cardiff
Arrival bus stations in Thetford
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
City-centre transport

Getting to Cardiff, Sophia Gardens from Cardiff city centre

Bus25, 62, 63, 25A, 64 · 3m · €2 · every ~14 min
C1 · 16m · every ~8 min
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
Cardiff, University
City-centre transport

Getting to Cardiff, University from Cardiff city centre

TrainCardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 6m · €1 · every ~8 min
BusC1 · 18m · every ~8 min

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