The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Norwich
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Norwich will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bristol for Norwich every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 19 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.
8:005h19Bristol13:19Norwich£491One-way0 changes
9:304h42Bristol14:12Norwich£1721One-way0 changes
8:304h42Bristol13:12Norwich£1731One-way0 changes
10:304h42Bristol15:12Norwich£1731One-way0 changes
10:004h18Bristol14:18Norwich£1751One-way0 changes
10:004h18Bristol14:18Norwich£1751One-way0 changes
8:304h42Bristol13:12Norwich£1731One-way0 changes
10:304h42Bristol15:12Norwich£1731One-way0 changes
9:304h42Bristol14:12Norwich£1721One-way0 changes
8:005h19Bristol13:19Norwich£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. 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 £14, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 297 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£145 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G14897+ P01236+ C37803 | On time 8:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h21 | 12:21 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
G14898+ P01241+ C37849 | On time 8:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h17 | 12:47 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
W34472+ P01245+ C37893 | On time 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h18 | 13:18 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
G14899+ P01250+ C37926 | On time 9:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h16 | 13:46 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
W34477+ P01254+ C37966 | On time 10:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h18 | 14:18 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
G14900+ P01259+ C37601 | On time 10:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h17 | 14:47 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs Greater Anglia?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Norwich
Trains from Bristol to Norwich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Norwich trainsGreater Anglia, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Norwich from £14. 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 to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol and Norwich
Most Bristol to Norwich trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Norwich station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Norwich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Norwich station do trains from Bristol 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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