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Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery
Museum and gallery inside the castle, covering archaeology, art and regional history. Ideal for understanding Norwich and Norfolk in one visit.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£90
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£98
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
5 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
6 h 4 m
Trains on 29 Aug
6
Distance
471 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Norwich will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
To travel from Edinburgh to Norwich you need to make at least one change.
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P01166Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, while a train costs an average of £91.
Distance: 471 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£91 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Norwich trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C01979 · L01634+ P01166+ G00820 | 12:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h37 | 18:37 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
C02013+ C21580 | 13:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h42 | 19:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 1 change | |
C02044+ C04370 | 14:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h42 | 20:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 1 change | |
C01987+ C04373 | 15:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h41 | 21:11 Norwich station (NRW) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Norwich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 471 km distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 471 km |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 42m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 18:00 |
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Discover the best of Norwich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Norwich trip today.
Museum and gallery inside the castle, covering archaeology, art and regional history. Ideal for understanding Norwich and Norfolk in one visit.
Museum of domestic life in a restored medieval merchant’s house. Its rooms and objects vividly show everyday Norwich across several centuries.
Compact museum in a former shoe factory exploring Norwich’s shoe-making industry. A distinctive local-history stop with working-class stories.
Historic street of merchants’ houses, independent shops and timber-framed buildings. One of the best places to feel old Norwich at walking pace.
Covered Victorian market with colourful stalls and strong local atmosphere in the heart of the city. Excellent for browsing and people-watching.
Riverside green space with formal gardens, broad paths and boating nearby. A relaxing break from the centre and popular with locals in good weather.
A rich fruit cake packed with currants, peel and spice, long linked with Norwich baking traditions and often enjoyed at Christmas or with tea.
Mustard made in Norwich since the early 19th century, known for its hot, punchy flavour and strong association with the city’s food heritage.
A local blue cheese from Norfolk with a creamy texture and mild tang. It reflects the county’s dairying tradition and is widely served on cheese boards.
Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in an intimate setting, with a strong focus on seasonal local produce.
Stylish restaurant offering modern British cooking, cocktails, and seasonal menus in a smart but relaxed city setting.
Popular city-centre steakhouse and grill known for locally sourced beef, a lively atmosphere, and reliable service.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local transport are usually manageable compared with London.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Norwich Railway Station -> Norwich City Hall
Trains from Edinburgh to Norwich depart at a frequency of one train every hour and a half from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Expect a minimum of one transfer. Transfer stations include York, Ely and Peterborough. There are approximately 15 daily departures from Monday to Friday, with fewer services on the weekend.
All trains are provided by Virgin Trains, and require at least one change onto an East Midlands train.
The journey time for trains from Edinburgh to Norwich can fluctuate depending on how many changes are required. The shortest trip is 5 hours and 41 minutes and the longest journey is the final departure of the day, which take 12 hours.
The first train departs at 5:48 a.m and the last train, which is overnight, departs at 9:00 p.m.
In order to save money on the Edinburgh to Norwich train it is best advised to purchase the train tickets at least one month before the desired departure date.
Departure station: All trains from Edinburgh to Norwich depart from Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station, located in the middle of the city. Passengers can easily get to the station as it is regularly served by trams, buses and regional trains. Inside, there is an array of cafes and shops to choose from if anything is needed for your train journey.
Arrival station: Trains from Edinburgh to Norwich arrive at Norwich Railway Station, which is located east of the city centre. Arrival passengers desiring to head to the city centre can walk for 15 minutes, grab a bus or taxi from outside the terminal.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

Most Edinburgh to Norwich trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Norwich station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Norwich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
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 options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Norwich: Parking, WC.
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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