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RNLI Henry Blogg Museum
Museum inside fishermen’s cottages telling the story of Cromer’s lifeboats, fishing families and coastal life in a compact historic setting.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£22
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 57 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Cromer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cromer will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from London to Cromer, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Cromer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 186 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Cromer take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 5m.
The journey is about 42m faster (2h 37m by train vs 3h 19m by car) and roughly £10 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£40 vs £50). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Cromer trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:30 London | 3h00 | 12:30 Cromer | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 London | 2h57 | 13:27 Cromer | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 London | 3h02 | 16:32 Cromer | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from London to Cromer run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 23:30 |
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Discover the best of Cromer — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cromer trip today.
Museum inside fishermen’s cottages telling the story of Cromer’s lifeboats, fishing families and coastal life in a compact historic setting.
Small local museum covering Cromer fossils, social history and seaside heritage, useful for context before exploring the town and coast.
National Trust house and collection near Cromer, with art, period rooms and landscaped grounds. A refined cultural visit just outside town.
Broad sandy beach backed by cliffs and the pier, popular for walks, sea views and traditional seaside atmosphere.
Clifftop green space overlooking the sea, good for relaxing, picnics and enjoying one of Cromer’s best open views.
Promenade and walkway area by the shore, ideal for an easy seafront walk with views of the pier, beach and cliffs.
Cromer crab, served dressed or in salads, is the town’s signature catch, prized for sweet brown and white meat from the North Norfolk coast.
Crab sandwiches made with fresh Cromer crab in bread are a classic seaside lunch and a simple way to taste the town’s best-known local seafood.
Traditional fish and chips made with local white fish and chips are a staple Norfolk seaside meal, especially popular eaten fresh by the promenade.
Stylish restaurant in The Gangway with a seafood-led menu, local produce and a more refined atmosphere than standard seaside dining.
Busy traditional fish and chip shop close to the seafront, known for classic suppers and dependable takeaway portions.
Long-established café and deli popular for crab sandwiches, breakfasts, cakes and light lunches in central Cromer.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. B&Bs and hotels rise in summer, but dining and local buses are usually manageable for most visitors.
Service is not always included. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional, often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Cromer 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 Cromer, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Cromer trains use the London Liverpool Street to Cromer station pair, with some services arriving at Roughton Road. Use this guide to compare London and Cromer train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Cromer has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Cromer.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cromer: Parking.
Available at Cromer: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cromer: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Roughton Road is 1 km from Cromer city centre. Public transport options include:
Roughton Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roughton Road: Parking.
Available at Roughton Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roughton Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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