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

77.6 miles 124.9 km · straight line
97 miles estimated 156.1 km · driving distance
1h 57min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
136° SE bearing direction

How far is Lincoln, United Kingdom from Thetford?

The distance from Lincoln, United Kingdom to Thetford is 77.6 miles (124.9 km) as the crow flies. Thetford is located SE of Lincoln, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97 miles, taking about 1h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Lincoln, United Kingdom and Thetford. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Lincoln, United Kingdom to Thetford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 57min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 20min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 51min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lincoln, United Kingdom & Thetford

Quick Facts

Lincoln, United Kingdom
53.23°N, 0.54°W
Europe/London
9m 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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 320.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients