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Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery
Museum and gallery inside the castle, covering archaeology, art and regional history. Ideal for understanding Norwich and Norfolk in one visit.
Cheapest price on 28 Oct
£12
Average ticket price on 28 Oct
£15
Fastest journey on 28 Oct
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 28 Oct
1 h 26 m
Trains on 28 Oct
3
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Norwich will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Wed 28 Oct, we found 3 trains from Peterborough to Norwich, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.






Trains from Peterborough to Norwich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Norwich trains for today, Tuesday 27 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C04340 | On time 8:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h27 | 10:14 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04342 | On time 9:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h25 | 11:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
P01771 · P01160 | On time 9:52 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h52 | 11:44 Norwich station (NRW) | 1 change | |
C04344 | On time 10:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h25 | 12:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04347 | On time 11:46 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h26 | 13:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
P01774 · P66831 | On time 11:52 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h50 | 13:42 Norwich station (NRW) | 1 change | |
C04350 | On time 12:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h25 | 14:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04354 | On time 13:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h25 | 15:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
P01777 · P66841 | On time 13:52 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h50 | 15:42 Norwich station (NRW) | 1 change | |
C04357 | On time 14:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h25 | 16:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04359 | On time 15:47 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h25 | 17:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum and gallery inside the castle, covering archaeology, art and regional history. Ideal for understanding Norwich and Norfolk in one visit.
Museum of domestic life in a restored medieval merchant’s house. Its rooms and objects vividly show everyday Norwich across several centuries.
Compact museum in a former shoe factory exploring Norwich’s shoe-making industry. A distinctive local-history stop with working-class stories.
Historic street of merchants’ houses, independent shops and timber-framed buildings. One of the best places to feel old Norwich at walking pace.
Covered Victorian market with colourful stalls and strong local atmosphere in the heart of the city. Excellent for browsing and people-watching.
Riverside green space with formal gardens, broad paths and boating nearby. A relaxing break from the centre and popular with locals in good weather.
A rich fruit cake packed with currants, peel and spice, long linked with Norwich baking traditions and often enjoyed at Christmas or with tea.
Mustard made in Norwich since the early 19th century, known for its hot, punchy flavour and strong association with the city’s food heritage.
A local blue cheese from Norfolk with a creamy texture and mild tang. It reflects the county’s dairying tradition and is widely served on cheese boards.
Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in an intimate setting, with a strong focus on seasonal local produce.
Stylish restaurant offering modern British cooking, cocktails, and seasonal menus in a smart but relaxed city setting.
Popular city-centre steakhouse and grill known for locally sourced beef, a lively atmosphere, and reliable service.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local transport are usually manageable compared with London.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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East Midland Trains operate direct rail services from Peterborough to Norwich. On weekdays, trains run from early morning, with hourly connections throughout the day until the final departure in the late evening. Additional evening connections are available using CrossCountry services to Ely and changing to Abellio Greater Anglia trains. Journey times for direct trains from Peterborough to Norwich range from 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Sunday schedules are less frequent, with a first direct departure around 11:00 a.m. Peterborough Station is located just west of the city centre. Trains arrive at Norwich station, on the south-eastern side of the city.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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.

Most Peterborough to Norwich trains use the Peterborough to Norwich station pair. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and Norwich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone, 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.
Norwich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Norwich: Parking, WC.
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: 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.
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