The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Norwich
Cheapest price
£173
Average price
£173
Fastest journey
6 h 7 m
Average duration
6 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Norwich will cost around £173 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £173.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle for Norwich every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 376 km distance in an average of 6 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 7 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 Carlisle to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a train costs an average of £173.
Distance: 376 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£173 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 47m Average total duration Fastest 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlisle to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Norwich trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:05 Carlisle | 6h07 | 14:12 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Carlisle to Norwich by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs first_transpennine_express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for first_transpennine_express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3) to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Norwich.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Norwich
Trains from Carlisle to Norwich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £173 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 15:07. The fastest train covers the 376 km distance in 6h 7m.
Distance 376 km |
Average train duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £173 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 7m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 15:07 |
Train companies: first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Carlisle to Norwich trainsfirst_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Carlisle and Norwich from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Carlisle to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Norwich
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
- 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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