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The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Croydon
Showing times and prices for 17 Mar
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
168 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Croydon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Croydon will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Fast trains
To travel from Norwich to Croydon you need to make at least 2 changes.
07:002h28
Norwich09:28Croydon
£501One-way
2 changes
07:302h28
Norwich09:58Croydon
£501One-way
2 changes
05:002h18
Norwich07:18Croydon
£531One-way
2 changes
05:302h18
Norwich07:48Croydon
£531One-way
2 changes
06:002h18
Norwich08:18Croydon
£531One-way
2 changes
08:002h05
Norwich10:05Croydon
£531One-way
2 changes
10:002h15
Norwich12:15Croydon
£531One-way
2 changes
09:322h16
Norwich11:48Croydon
£531One-way
2 changes
11:322h16
Norwich13:48Croydon
£531One-way
2 changes
12:322h16
Norwich14:48Croydon
£531One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Norwich to Croydon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 168 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£29 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Norwich to Croydon train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Croydon trains for tomorrow, Monday 16 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 22:02
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 05:00 Norwich | 2h18 | 07:18 Croydon | 2 changes | |
| 05:30 Norwich | 2h18 | 07:48 Croydon | 2 changes | |
| 06:00 Norwich | 2h18 | 08:18 Croydon | 2 changes | |
| 06:30 Norwich | 2h23 | 08:53 Croydon | 2 changes | |
| 07:00 Norwich | 2h28 | 09:28 Croydon | 2 changes |
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Thameslink as well as Abellio Greater Anglia offer trains services from Norwich to Croydon.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Abellio Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Norwich to Croydon.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Norwich to Croydon.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Croydon
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Trains from Norwich to Croydon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:11, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 3h 1m.
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 £15
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 03:11 |
Last train 22:45 |
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 £15
Train companies: Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia from Norwich to Croydon trainsThameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Croydon from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 36m
Cheapest Price
£42
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£17
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Norwich to Croydon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich to Croydon 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 Croydon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Norwich to Croydon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from Norwich to Croydon covers a distance of 168 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Norwich to Croydon is 168 km.
The first train from Norwich to Croydon leaves at 3:11.
The last train from Norwich to Croydon departs at 22:45.
Trains from Norwich to Croydon run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Norwich to Croydon.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Norwich to Croydon.
To get from Norwich to Croydon, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Norwich to Croydon.
The train station in Norwich that goes to Croydon is Norwich station (NRW), and it arrives at East Croydon (ECR).
The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Croydon is by coach, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Norwich to Croydon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Norwich to Croydon offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the East Anglian countryside, including fields and small villages, as well as urban landscapes as the train approaches London.
A day trip from Norwich to Croydon is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 1m. However, there are 4 train services per day for this route.
For a visit to Croydon, 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, shopping areas, and enjoy local dining experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Norwich to Croydon.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Croydon
Norwich
Croydon
The major train station for departures in Norwich is Norwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Norwich for your trip from Norwich to Croydon.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information 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
The major train station for arrivals in Croydon is East Croydon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Croydon for your journey to Croydon from Norwich.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for East Croydon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:15 Saturday 06:25 - 20:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent High street shops
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: B2 station category. Step free access available for platform 1 and 3 using the London Road car park entrance . This side gate is kept locked but has help buttons to request use. Step-free access via separate entrance to platform 4 (to Sutton).
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for West Croydon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop B5 in Station Road Due to ongoing works, the stops for Rail Replacement bus services at West Croydon bus station are subject to regular change. Please check with local staff if intending to use this service.
- Metro: London Trams (formerly Tramlink) services to Elmers End, Beckenham Junction and New Addington via East Croydon
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:05 Saturday 05:55 - 20:25 Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3 and 4/5
- National key toilets: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The waiting room on platform 6 has one small step to access. Seating is also available on platforms 3, 4, 5 and 6
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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