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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Norwich
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
5 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Norwich will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bournemouth for Norwich every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 5 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 14 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.
9:595h57Bournemouth15:56Norwich£381One-way0 changes- 10:225h23Bournemouth15:45Norwich£461One-way0 changes
- 8:596h14Bournemouth15:13Norwich£561One-way0 changes
- 10:225h23Bournemouth15:45Norwich£461One-way0 changes
- 9:595h57Bournemouth15:56Norwich£381One-way0 changes
- 8:596h14Bournemouth15:13Norwich£561One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 305 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£56 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Norwich trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:56 Bournemouth | 4h49 | 12:45 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:23 Bournemouth | 5h55 | 14:18 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Norwich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bournemouth to Norwich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 305 km |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:04 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Greater Anglia from Bournemouth to Norwich trainsSouth Western Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Bournemouth and Norwich from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth and Norwich
Most Bournemouth to Norwich trains use the Bournemouth to Norwich station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Norwich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Norwich leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Norwich station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Getting to Norwich from Norwich city centre
Norwich train station facilities and services
Norwich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Norwich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: 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.
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