The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted to Thetford
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€42
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€42
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 18
1
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted to Thetford will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 trains from Stansted to Thetford, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
10:46 AM1h20Stansted12:06 PMThetford€421One-way0 transfers
10:46 AM1h20Stansted12:06 PMThetford€421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Stansted to Thetford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, while a bus costs an average of €31.
Distance: 68 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price | €29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted to Thetford:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stansted to Thetford costing on average €31.
Other travel options to Thetford take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 6m.
Live departures
Stansted to Thetford train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Thetford trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:46 AM Stansted | 1h20 | 12:06 PM Thetford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Stansted to Thetford by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Stansted to Thetford trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Stansted to Thetford.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted to Thetford
Trains from Stansted to Thetford run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Greater Anglia from Stansted to Thetford trainsCrossCountry, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted and Thetford from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Stansted to Thetford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted to Thetford by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thetford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stansted to Thetford
Most Stansted to Thetford trains use the Stansted Airport to Thetford station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted and Thetford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Thetford station do trains from Stansted arrive at?
Getting to Thetford from Thetford city centre
Thetford train station facilities and services
Thetford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thetford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thetford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thetford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thetford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thetford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thetford: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On platform 2, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
