4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Norwich
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Norwich will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Southampton to Norwich you need to make at least 3 changes.
L78828+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+
P0132317:554h22Southampton Central (SOU)22:17Norwich station (NRW)£461One-way2 changes- L78846+P01331+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street19:554h22Southampton Central (SOU)0:17Norwich station (NRW)£461One-way2 changes
- L78838+P01328+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street18:554h22Southampton Central (SOU)23:17Norwich station (NRW)£461One-way2 changes
- P01265+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+L8015710:254h52Southampton Central (SOU)15:17Norwich station (NRW)£461One-way2 changes
- L78788_L79955+P01282+Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)12:554h22Southampton Central (SOU)17:17Norwich station (NRW)£551One-way2 changes
G00911+
W35445+
C37606+P0132318:154h02Southampton Central (SOU)22:17Norwich station (NRW)£1231One-way3 changes- G00917+P01328+W35246+C3770019:154h02Southampton Central (SOU)23:17Norwich station (NRW)£1231One-way3 changes
- G00885+W34492+P01290+C3807714:154h02Southampton Central (SOU)18:17Norwich station (NRW)£1231One-way3 changes
- G00897+W35442+P01309+C3741716:154h02Southampton Central (SOU)20:17Norwich station (NRW)£1231One-way3 changes
- G00902+C00125+P01315+C3751117:154h02Southampton Central (SOU)21:17Norwich station (NRW)£1231One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 267 km
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4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Southampton to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Norwich trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SW097900 · L78754+Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+P01238 | 6:37 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h40 | 12:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| L79925+Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+P66924 · P01243 | 6:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h47 | 12:42 Norwich station (NRW) | 4 changes | |
| SW097700 · L78766+Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+P01247 | 8:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h15 | 13:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| SW097600 · L79931+Tube from London Victoria to Finsbury Park+G00968 | 8:37 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h35 | 14:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 6 changes | |
| L80137+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P01256 | 9:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h52 | 14:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| G00863+W35211+C37763+P01256 | 10:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 14:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| L80157+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P01265 | 10:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h52 | 15:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| G00867+C00123+C37406+P01265 | 11:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 15:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| G00874+C50037+C37500+P01274 | 12:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 16:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| L80179 · L78956+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+G00978 | 12:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h47 | 17:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 5 changes | |
| L78788_L79955+Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+P01282 | 12:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h22 | 17:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| G00880+W35438+C37998+P01282 | On time 13:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 17:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| L80183 · L78968+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+G00981 | 13:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h47 | 18:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 5 changes | |
| L78796_L79961+Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+P01290 | 13:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h22 | 18:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| G00885+W34492+C38077+P01290 | 14:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 18:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| L80189 · L78980+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+G00985 | 14:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h47 | 19:12 Norwich station (NRW) | 5 changes | |
| L78804+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P01299 | 14:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h22 | 19:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| G00890+W35220+C38147+P01299 | 15:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 19:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| L80199+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P01306 | 15:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h17 | 19:42 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| L78812+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P01309 | 15:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h22 | 20:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| G00897+W35442+C37417+P01309 | 16:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 20:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| L80211+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P01311 | 16:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h21 | 20:46 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| L78822+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P01315 | 16:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h22 | 21:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| G00902+C00125+C37511+P01315 | 17:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 21:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| L78828+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P01323 | 17:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h22 | 22:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| G00911+W35445+C37606+P01323 | 18:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 22:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| L78838+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P01328 | 18:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h22 | 23:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
| G00917+W35246+C37700+P01328 | 19:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 23:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 3 changes | |
| L78846+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P01331 | 19:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h22 | 0:17 Norwich station (NRW) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Norwich
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Trains from Southampton to Norwich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 22:04 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, South Western Railway from Southampton to Norwich trainsGreater Anglia, South Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Norwich from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Norwich
Most Southampton to Norwich trains use the Southampton Central to Norwich station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Norwich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Norwich leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Swaythling from Southampton city centre
Swaythling is 4 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Swaythling train station facilities and services
Swaythling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swaythling.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swaythling.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swaythling.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swaythling: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Swaythling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swaythling: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has no step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Eastleigh/ London Waterloo). There is level access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton Central). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Norwich station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Norwich from Norwich city centre
Norwich train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Norwich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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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