Getting to Norwich by Train

Easy-going, car-free days. Your free time on the line.

Do you know how cheap and easy it is to come into our beautiful city by train? With advance fares much cheaper than you think and a journey time of just 90 minutes on some services with Greater Anglia and East Midlands Railway, leave the car at home and enjoy our welcoming spaces your own way. Your city visit starts the moment you step aboard.


Norwich by Train

Arrive early to make the most of the City of Stories and catch a late-night service home. Here you can stay awhile with no worries about car parking or traffic jams. It’s 100% leisure as soon as you leave home.

Fuss-Free

Pull out of big city stations into wide, open countryside. Through ancient market towns, skimming past water and along green fields. Relax, take in the scenery, enjoy a drink or read a book.

Arrive refreshed and raring to explore our unique city – the street-food, department stores and leafy lanes of the centre are just a 10-minute stroll away from the station.

On Your Terms

From just £10 each way with Greater Anglia or up to 60% with East Midlands Railway, book in advance for the best deals. Check out their websites or download their apps for easy access to times and fares.

Feeling spontaneous? Book tickets up to a minute before travel for a last-minute escape.

Easy Reach

Not just a one-stop destination from London Liverpool Street, come cross-country from Liverpool direct or board from Peterborough, Nottingham, Sheffield, Manchester and more. And even travel hassle-free from Kings Cross via Cambridge.

From here, the Broads, Norfolk coast and historic towns are just up the line for a day by the sea or surrounded by nature.

Seize the Day

Pack a lunch, pack for a weekend – whatever you choose to do, hop on the train to open up more ways to enjoy our city.

Whether you’re a culture-loving explorer, a real-ale drinker looking for the best fireside bars, a present-hunting bargain finder or a historian hungry on a heritage trail, jump aboard. This is fun time without the fuss.

Stay in Norwich

Need somewhere to stay? If you’re planning a city break in advance or need a last minute room, look no further. Visit our Stay page for more!

Spend the Day

Looking for things to do? The City of Stories isn’t short of wonderful independents, mouthwatering eateries and iconic history and heritage! Check out our What’s On page for loads of brilliant events.

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