The cheapest trains from Norwich to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for 25 Oct

Cheapest

£22

Average

£24

The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Norwich to Cambridge will cost around £ 24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 22.

Cheapest
09:04Norwich1h38 10:42Cambridge
1 changes
£221One-way
Cheapest
08:33Norwich1h16 09:49Cambridge
0 changes
£221One-way
Cheapest
09:27Norwich1h18 10:45Cambridge
0 changes
£221One-way
Cheapest
08:56Norwich1h13 10:09Cambridge
1 changes
£221One-way
08:03Norwich1h39 09:42Cambridge
1 changes
£321One-way

Timetable Norwich to Cambridge

Showing trains for tomorrow, Mon, 25 Oct
08:03Norwich1h39 09:42Cambridge
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08:33Norwich1h16 09:49Cambridge
0 changes
08:56Norwich1h13 10:09Cambridge
0 changes
09:04Norwich1h38 10:42Cambridge
0 changes
09:27Norwich1h18 10:45Cambridge
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COMPARE Prices across different modes

Sun
24 Oct
£22Greater Anglia
£13National Express
Mon
25 Oct
£22
£11Megabus
Tue
26 Oct
£22
£13National Express
Wed
27 Oct
£22
£13National Express
Thu
28 Oct
£22Greater Anglia
£13National Express
Fri
29 Oct
£22Greater Anglia
£11Megabus
Sat
30 Oct
£22Greater Anglia
£11Megabus
Sun
31 Oct
£22Greater Anglia
£13National Express
Mon
1 Nov
£22
£11Megabus
Tue
2 Nov
£22
£13National Express
Thu
4 Nov
£22Greater Anglia
£13National Express
Sat
6 Nov
£22Greater Anglia
£13National Express

The fastest trains from Norwich to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for 25 Oct

Fastest Journey

1 h 13 m

Average

1 h 24 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

93 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Norwich for Cambridge 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 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.

Fastest
08:56Norwich1h13 10:09Cambridge
1 changes
£221One-way
08:33Norwich1h16 09:49Cambridge
0 changes
£221One-way
09:27Norwich1h18 10:45Cambridge
0 changes
£221One-way
09:04Norwich1h38 10:42Cambridge
1 changes
£221One-way
08:03Norwich1h39 09:42Cambridge
1 changes
£321One-way

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Train Information between Norwich and Cambridge

distanceDistance58 miles (93 km)
durationAverage train duration1 h 13 min
priceAverage train ticket price£22 (€25)
frequencyTrain frequency25 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 25 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersGreater Anglia or East Midlands Trains

Trains from Norwich to Cambridge cover the 58 miles (93 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 13 min with our travel partners like Greater Anglia or East Midlands Trains. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £22, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £22. Travellers depart most frequently from Norwich and arrive in Cambridge.

Trains from Norwich to Cambridge: Journey Details

Greater Anglia offers direct trains from Norwich to Cambridge. The weekday schedule begins with an early morning departure from Norwich and operates a roughly hourly service until late in the evening. Journey times are approximately an hour and 20 minutes. Sunday services are a little less frequent, with the first departure in mid-morning. Indirect connections involve taking an East Midland train from Norwich to Ely and changing to a CrossCountry or Great Northern service to Cambridge. Weekday off-peak day return tickets are available on departures from 8:40 a.m. onwards.

Taking the Train from Norwich

Norwich station is located to the south-east of the city centre, close to the Carrow Road football stadium. The station is served by 15 city bus routes with several further options available nearby on Riverside Road. The number 25 night bus operates an hourly service connecting the station with the university campus. There are a taxi ranks and an office nearby on Station Approach.

Getting into Cambridge by Train

The historic university colleges of Cambridge, with their dramatic architecture and grounds sweeping down to the river, make the city a compelling destination. The city also enjoys a vibrant cultural scene, the prestigious Fitzwilliam Museum, innovative restaurants and some fine traditional pubs. Trains from Norwich to Cambridge arrive at the main station located south-east of the city centre. The Citi 1, 3 and 7 buses offer quick connections into central Cambridge. Guided busway routes connect the station with the centre and north of the city, St. Ives and Huntingdon. There is a taxi rank at the station.

Travel Tips

Trains from Norwich to Cambridge
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FAQs
How much does a cheap train to Cambridge from Norwich cost?
Looking to save money on your journey? Omio customers have found the cheapest train to Cambridge from Norwich for the next 7 days starting from £22  one way.
What is the cost of a train ticket from Norwich to Cambridge on average?
If you’re looking to book tickets for this journey in the next 7 days, you’ll find that Norwich to Cambridge train prices are on average £22  one way.
How far is it from Norwich to Cambridge by train?
The distance between Norwich and Cambridge by train is approximately 58 miles (93 km).
How long does it take from Norwich to Cambridge by train?
While the time it takes to travel 58 miles (93 km) from Norwich to Cambridge can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and bank holidays, the train duration from Norwich to Cambridge is on average 1 h 13 min.
What station does the Norwich to Cambridge train leave from? Which Cambridge train station do I come into from Norwich?

When travelling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Norwich   and arriving in Cambridge.

Where is the departure train station in Norwich located? Where is the arrival train station in Cambridge located?

Passengers booking this journey most frequently board their trains from Norwich and need to travel around 0 mile (s) / 0 km from the city centre to get to this train station.

Passengers arriving in Cambridge most often arrive at Cambridge and need to travel around 1 mile (s) / 1 km from this train station to the city centre.

Which train companies can take me between Norwich and Cambridge?
Take the Norwich to Cambridge train with Greater Anglia or East Midlands Trains. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Norwich to Cambridge as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
How many trains per day are there from Norwich to Cambridge?
The average number of trains departing Norwich for Cambridge is 25 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
When is the earliest train from Norwich to Cambridge? When is the last train from Norwich to Cambridge?
The first Norwich to Cambridge train departs at 07: 27   and the last train from Norwich to Cambridge leaves at 10: 03. Check out the most up-to-date Norwich to Cambridge train schedule on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.
How early should I buy train tickets between Norwich and Cambridge to score the best deals?
You can find a train to Cambridge from Norwich to cost on average £22 one way if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend buying train tickets in advance to score the best deals and save money on your route. You’ll see tickets for the Norwich to Cambridge train generally on sale a few months before the planned travel date.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

Norwich
Cambridge
The major railway station for departures from Norwich is Norwich. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Norwich for your trip to Cambridge from Norwich.