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Outbound fromRomford to Thetford by train
It takes an average of 3h 28m to travel from Romford to Thetford by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (101 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Romford to Thetford and tickets for this journey start from £11 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:10 | |
| Departure station | Romford | |
| Arrival station | Thetford | |
| Journey time | From 2h 29m | |
| Distance | 63 miles (101 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £11 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
About the train journey from Romford to Thetford
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The train from Romford to Thetford usually takes 3 hours 28 minutes on average to travel 63 miles (101 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 29 minutes. You can expect to find 27 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Thetford, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Romford to Thetford if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £11.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Romford to Thetford
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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 Romford 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.
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