Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Thornaby to Alfreton

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

CrossCountry
East Midlands Railway

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Thornaby to Alfreton

Trains to Alfreton from Thornaby

First train

04:56

Last train

22:55

Departure stationThornaby
Arrival stationAlfreton
Journey time

From 2h 33m

Distance

101 miles (162 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from Thornaby to Alfreton?

Get from Thornaby to Alfreton in as little as 2 hours 33 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Thornaby to Alfreton takes around 4 hours 19 minutes. There are around 19 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Thornaby and Alfreton, you'll need to make 1 change.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry trains run on this route.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Thornaby to Alfreton?

Want to know more about your journey from Thornaby to Alfreton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you travel to Alfreton from Thornaby?

To get to Alfreton from Thornaby, why not take the train? With 19 trains per day and an average journey time of 4 hours and 19 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Thornaby to Alfreton by train?

On average, it takes around 4 hours and 19 minutes to travel from Thornaby to Alfreton by train, although you can get there in 2 hours and 33 minutes on the fastest services. With 19 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from Thornaby to Alfreton?

The fastest time a train can travel the 101 miles (162 km) from Thornaby to Alfreton is 2 hours and 33 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Thornaby to Alfreton?

There are no direct trains that run between Thornaby and Alfreton. You’ll need to make at least 1 change along the way.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Thornaby to Alfreton?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Thornaby to Alfreton is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link