Trains from London to Norwich from £15.50

The charming historic city of Norwich, with its impressive cathedral and picturesque cobbled streets, is easily accessible from central London by direct train. Whether you’re hopping aboard for a weekend away or planning your travel back from a work trip, our guide is here to fill you in on all the information you’ll need.

Which London station is best for trains to Norwich?

There are regular, direct trains from London Liverpool Street to Norwich with Greater Anglia. Located in the City of London financial district, bustling Liverpool Street is Britain’s busiest station and popular with commuters from East Anglia. It’s well connected with links to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines as well as the Elizabeth line.

If you’re looking for nearby attractions before you travel from London to Norwich, Brick Lane, the Sky Garden, Tower Bridge, and Old Spitalfields Market should definitely make your list. The station has plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants if you’ve got some time before your journey. In addition to options on the concourse, such as Oliver Bonas, Starbucks and Caffe Nero, you’ll find a selection of shops, bars and restaurants in Broadgate Circle, just next to London Liverpool Street station.

Alongside eating and retail outlets, London Liverpool Street station has lots of useful facilities, including:

• Accessible toilets
• Baby changing facilities
• Water fountains
• Seating areas
• Left luggage facilities
• ATMs
• Free public Wi-Fi

Stratford to Norwich by train

Trains from London Liverpool Street to Norwich sometimes also call at Stratford station, offering a convenient East London alternative departure point for your journey from London to Norwich by train. Stratford has connections with numerous services, including:

• Central and Jubilee Underground Lines
• Elizabeth Line
• Docklands Light Railway (DLR)
• London Overground

There are also numerous bus routes from surrounding areas which stop just outside the station.

Westfield Stratford City, home to a huge variety of shops and restaurants, is accessible from the station, while nearby you’ll also find Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and London Stadium. Stratford station also features accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, public Wi-Fi, ATMs, and cafes.

How long is the train journey from London to Norwich?

The journey from London Liverpool Street to Norwich operated by Greater Anglia can take as little as 1h 39m, with travel times usually around 1h 50m to 2 hours. Weekday services operate up to twice an hour with over 30 direct trains each day. Greater Anglia updated their entire fleet in 2023, meaning passengers can enjoy modern, spacious trains with free onboard Wi-Fi, USB ports and plug sockets. Many of the London to Norwich services also offer onboard catering either from the café bar or a trolley service.

As you make the approximately 100-mile trip from London to Norwich, you’ll travel through major towns and cities in Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk as well as the East Anglian countryside. Stops en route may include:

• Stratford
• Chelmsford
• Colchester
• Manningtree
• Ipswich
• Stowmarket
• Diss

How much is the train fare from London to Norwich?

Train fares from London to Norwich start from just £15.50 with average ticket prices of around £50-£60. Head over to our journey planner to compare prices for different travel times, and remember that booking in advance is one of the best ways to find lower fares. Whether you’re commuting from the capital back to Norfolk or you’re exploring Norwich’s historic charm on a weekend away, it’s worth checking whether travelling off-peak or buying split tickets might save you some cash.

Travelling First Class from London to Norwich with Greater Anglia

Greater Anglia’s London to Norwich services offer the option to upgrade to First Class. First Class carriages feature more spacious seating with extra leg room and lots of tables. With a First Class ticket, on weekdays you can also enjoy a complimentary hot drink, bottle of still water and a selection of biscuits from the café bar.

It’s easy to book an advanced First Class fare with our journey planner. Simply choose your preferred trip, and before proceeding to the payment screen, select ‘View 1st Class & More tickets’ to see the First Class options available.

Commuting between London and Norwich

With fast services of less than 2 hours, commuting between London and Norwich offers passengers the chance to enjoy business in the capital and home life in charming Norfolk or vice versa. The availability of Wi-Fi and plug sockets onboard is also ideal for commuters. Greater Anglia offers a selection of season tickets, including weekly, monthly, annual and flexi options to suit different commuting needs.

Alternatively, if you only need to travel between London and Norwich for work occasionally, you may find purchasing an advanced fare through our journey planner to be the most cost-effective way to buy your ticket.

Arriving at Norwich station

Norwich station is to the east of the city centre and within walking distance of many of Norwich’s top attractions, including Norwich Cathedral, Elm Hill and Norwich Market. The River Wensum runs through the city, which boasts a wide range of shops, restaurants and entertainment options.

The station has numerous facilities including waiting rooms, accessible toilets, baby changing, public Wi-Fi and ATMs. Ready for a drink or need to pop to the shops? No problem, you can grab a cuppa or a bite to eat at AMT Coffee, Costa, Starbucks or Subway or pick up supplies at the East of England Co-op store.

From Norwich station, there are onward train services available to Liverpool Lime Street, Peterborough, Cambridge and the Norfolk coast. Bus services from outside the station, such as routes 14, 14A, 15, 15A, 26 and 26A connect the city centre with the wider city. You can also take services 25, 26 or 26A from the station to the University of East Anglia. If your trip means you’re staying away from home, check out our suggestions for where to stay and eat while enjoying this beautiful cathedral city.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.