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Compare train and flight for Lancaster to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £125. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £125, and a flight costs an average of £443.
Distance: 317 km
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£125 Average Price Cheapest | £443 Average Price |
5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Norwich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lancaster to Norwich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £125 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 5h 3m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £125 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 20:08 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Lancaster to Norwich trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Lancaster and Norwich from £125. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 40m
Cheapest Price
£49
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Lancaster to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Lancaster to Norwich can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £125, while the average price tends to be around £125.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Norwich, allowing time to visit its historic sites, such as the Norwich Cathedral and Norwich Castle, and enjoy the vibrant local culture.
Booking trains from Lancaster to Norwich in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A day trip from Lancaster to Norwich is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 3m. Trains run 4 times per day.
The train journey from Lancaster to Norwich covers a distance of 317 km and takes approximately 5h 3m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train journey from Lancaster to Norwich offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the rolling countryside across the Midlands and East Anglia, interspersed with charming villages and historic market towns, making parts of the trip quite picturesque.
The train station in Lancaster that goes to Norwich is Lancaster station (LAN), and it arrives at Norwich station (NRW).
The first train from Lancaster to Norwich leaves at 4:49.
Trains from Lancaster to Norwich run approximately 4 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Norwich is by train, costing approximately £125.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Lancaster to Norwich.
The train distance from Lancaster to Norwich is 317 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Lancaster to Norwich.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lancaster to Norwich.
The last train from Lancaster to Norwich departs at 20:08.
To get from Lancaster to Norwich, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
There is no night train service from Lancaster to Norwich.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster and Norwich
Lancaster
Norwich
The major train station for departures in Lancaster is Lancaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lancaster for your trip from Lancaster to Norwich.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office.
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 (south end)120 Stands Platform 3 (middle) 16 Platform 4 (North End), 12 Stands Platform 5, 40 Stands
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Lancaster
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station rear entrance adjacent to platform 3.
The major train station for arrivals in Norwich is Norwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Norwich for your journey to Norwich from Lancaster.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Norwich
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
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