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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans to Norwich
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Albans to Norwich will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 1 trains that leave St Albans 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 148 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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.
8:313h44St Albans12:15Norwich£401One-way0 changes
- 8:313h44St Albans12:15Norwich£401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for St Albans to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from St Albans to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. 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 £9, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 148 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£40 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St Albans to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Norwich trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:31 St Albans | 3h44 | 12:15 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans to Norwich
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Trains from St Albans to Norwich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:27 |
FAQs: St Albans to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and Norwich
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- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:15 Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
- Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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 the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- 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
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
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