The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW)
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£168
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW) will cost around £168 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Norwich station (NRW) 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 296 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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 and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 296 km
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4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h32 | 09:19 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h18 | 12:18 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h12 | 16:20 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW)
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 04:23 |
Last train 17:00 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Great Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Norwich station (NRW) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Norwich station (NRW) 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 station (NRW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Norwich station (NRW)
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
- 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
