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Outbound fromBraintree to Thetford by train
It takes an average of 3h 44m to travel from Braintree to Thetford by train, over a distance of around 38 miles (62 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Braintree to Thetford and tickets for this journey start from £11.50 when you book in advance.
Take the train from Braintree to Thetford in 2 hours 22 minutes
If you want to travel from Braintree to Thetford by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Braintree to Thetford by train to take around 3 hours 44 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 12 trains per day running on this route, which spans 38 miles (62 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Thetford. You can travel on this route with either Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Train tickets from Braintree to Thetford start from £11.50 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Braintree to Thetford
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Braintree to Thetford is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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