Birmingham, United Kingdom to Thetford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

111.3 miles 179.1 km · straight line
129.9 miles actual route 209.1 km · driving distance
2h 25min estimated drive time
£20 - £24 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
91° E bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Thetford?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Thetford is 111.3 miles (179.1 km) as the crow flies. Thetford is located E of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 129.9 miles, taking about 2h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, United Kingdom and Thetford. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Thetford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 25min £20 - £24 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 54min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 18min $16–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Thetford

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Thetford
52.42°N, 0.75°E
Europe/London
24m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 223.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM