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York to Thetford Train prices and times

Planning a journey from York to Thetford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as JPY 3,499, with average prices for this route around JPY 3,499. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
08:58 4 hours 35 minutes, Changes required York	13:33 Thetford	Find Tickets
11:33 3 hours 57 minutes, Changes required York	15:30 Thetford	Find Tickets
12:32 4 hours 1 minute, Changes required York	16:33 Thetford	Find Tickets
13:31 3 hours 59 minutes, Changes required York	17:30 Thetford	Find Tickets
13:40 3 hours 50 minutes, Changes required York	17:30 Thetford	Find Tickets
14:31 3 hours 59 minutes, Changes required York	18:30 Paris	Find Tickets

York to Thetford Train Route Details

First train

08:58

Last train

20:32

Departure station

York

Arrival station

Thetford

Journey time

3 hours 47 minutes

Distance

211 km

Price

JPY 3,499*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from York to Thetford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from York to Thetford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from York to Thetford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from York to Thetford ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from York to Thetford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

York to Thetford train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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York to Thetford Train prices and times

York to Thetford Train Route Details