Margate to Norwich train with Southeastern

Thu 27 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to Norwich

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

3 h 34 m

Average duration

3 h 34 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

139 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Margate to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Margate to Norwich will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Margate for Norwich every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 34 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.

Abellio Greater Anglia
07:473h34
Margate
11:21Norwich
£421One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Margate to Norwich

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Margate to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 139 km

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Coach

£42

Average Price

£23

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Cheapest

4h 25m

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3h 55m

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30m

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6h 40m

Average total duration

6h 10m

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Live departures

Margate to Norwich train times

The table below shows live departures for Margate to Norwich trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Southeastern10:32 Margate
4h08
14:40 Norwich2 changes
Southeastern11:32 Margate
4h08
15:40 Norwich2 changes
Friday 28 November
greater_anglia07:47 Margate
3h34
11:21 Norwich0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Margate to Norwich

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Trains from Margate to Norwich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 3h 55m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23
Distance
139 km
Average train duration
3h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 55m
First train
04:45
Last train
21:00
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23

Train companies: Southeastern from Margate to Norwich trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Margate and Norwich from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 2m
Cheapest Price
£110
Southeastern frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Margate to Norwich train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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.

FAQs
A day trip from Margate to Norwich is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 55m. Trains run 4 times per day over a distance of 139 km.
The train journey from Margate to Norwich offers a mix of cityscapes and countryside views. Travellers can enjoy glimpses of the Kent countryside, fields, and occasional coastal views, particularly when travelling through areas near the coast, though much of the journey is focused on functional transit through urban areas.
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 Margate to Norwich in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Margate to Norwich can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The train distance from Margate to Norwich is 139 km.
The cheapest way to get from Margate to Norwich is by coach, costing approximately £23.
The train journey from Margate to Norwich covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 3h 55m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Margate that goes to Norwich is Margate station (MAR), and it arrives at Norwich station (NRW).
To get from Margate to Norwich, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Margate to Norwich leaves at 4:45.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Margate to Norwich.
The last train from Margate to Norwich departs at 21:00.
Yes, you can take the train from Margate to Norwich.
Trains from Margate to Norwich run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Margate to Norwich.
There is no night train service from Margate to Norwich.

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Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Norwich

Margate
Norwich
The major train station for departures in Margate is Margate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Margate for your trip from Margate to Norwich.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via subway.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 country end
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Margate
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.

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