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Bury St Edmunds to Thetford train prices and times

Looking to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Thetford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £19.20, with average prices for this route around £19.20.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:28 Bury St Edmunds	07:33 Thetford	1h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:54 Bury St Edmunds	09:01 Thetford	2h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:30 Bury St Edmunds	09:43 Thetford	1h 13m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:58 Bury St Edmunds	10:53 Thetford	1h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:29 Bury St Edmunds	11:43 Thetford	1h 14m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:59 Bury St Edmunds	13:00 Paris	2h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bury St Edmunds to Thetford train route details

First train

06:28

Last train

21:59

Departure station

Bury St Edmunds

Arrival station

Thetford

Journey time

1h 5m

Distance

12 miles

Price

£19.20*

Train Operators

Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bury St Edmunds 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 Bury St Edmunds 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Thetford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Bury St Edmunds 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 travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Bury St Edmunds to Thetford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bury St Edmunds to Thetford train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Bury St Edmunds to Thetford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
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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