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Outbound fromYork to Norwich by train
It takes an average of 4h 1m to travel from York to Norwich by train, over a distance of around 135 miles (218 km). There are normally 49 trains per day travelling from York to Norwich and tickets for this journey start from £36.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:01 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Norwich | |
| Journey time | From 2h 55m | |
| Distance | 135 miles (218 km) | |
| Frequency | 49 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £36.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway |
About the train journey from York to Norwich
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The train from York to Norwich usually takes 4 hours 1 minute on average to travel 135 miles (218 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 55 minutes. You can expect to find 49 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Norwich, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from York to Norwich if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £36.90. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from York to Norwich
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for York to Norwich is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.