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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Norwich
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to Norwich will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 6 trains that leave Chelmsford 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 114 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train for Chelmsford to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 114 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chelmsford to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to Norwich trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Y09306 · Y09416 | On time 08:51 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 1h28 | 10:19 Norwich station (NRW) | 1 change | |
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| Y09414 | On time 08:30 Chelmsford station (CHM) | 1h15 | 09:45 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Norwich
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Trains from Chelmsford to Norwich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 114 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Chelmsford to Norwich trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Chelmsford and Norwich from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chelmsford to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford and Norwich
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on each platform. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the Ground Floor, near the lifts.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: There is a dedicated Cycle Point, with free cycle parking, plus secure cycle parking and premium cycle parking. This is in Park Road, opposite the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk- 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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