The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Norwich
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£116
Fastest journey
6 h 17 m
Average duration
6 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Norwich will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bolton for Norwich every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 271 km distance in an average of 6 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bolton to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £448.
Distance: 271 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £517 Average Price |
5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 23m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bolton to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Norwich trains for tomorrow, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:54 Bolton | 6h17 | 11:11 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Norwich
Trains from Bolton to Norwich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 18:49. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 18:49 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Bolton to Norwich trainsEast Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Bolton and Norwich from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Bolton to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Norwich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Norwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Norwich
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
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