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Birmingham to Thetford train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham to Thetford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €35.32, with average prices for this route around €38.45. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:19 Birmingham New Street	08:38 Thetford	3h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:22 Birmingham New Street	09:43 Thetford	3h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:22 Birmingham New Street	10:38 Thetford	3h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:21 Birmingham New Street	11:43 Thetford	3h 22m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:22 Birmingham New Street	13:49 Thetford	3h 27m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:22 Birmingham New Street	14:38 Paris	3h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham to Thetford train route details

First train

05:19

Last train

20:22

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Thetford

Journey time

3h 15m

Distance

112 miles

Price

€35.32*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Thetford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Thetford can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Thetford ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Thetford train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Birmingham to Thetford from €35.32*

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Birmingham to Thetford train prices and times

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