The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Norwich
Cheapest price
£165
Average price
£166
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Norwich will cost around £166 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £165.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cheltenham for Norwich every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 244 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 22 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.




Live departures
Cheltenham to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Norwich trains for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:46 Cheltenham | 4h32 | 12:18 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:03 Cheltenham | 4h41 | 12:44 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Norwich
Trains from Cheltenham to Norwich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £124 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 244 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £124 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 20:00 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Cheltenham to Norwich trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Cheltenham and Norwich from £124. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Norwich
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside 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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