The cheapest and fastest trains from Thornton Heath to Norwich
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thornton Heath to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornton Heath to Norwich will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Thornton Heath for Norwich every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 57 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Thornton Heath to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thornton Heath to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 167 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Thornton Heath to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Thornton Heath to Norwich trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:31 Thornton Heath | 2h47 | 10:18 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:35 Thornton Heath | 3h09 | 10:44 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Thornton Heath | 2h39 | 17:39 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
![]() | 04:43 Thornton Heath | 3h57 | 08:40 Norwich | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Thornton Heath to Norwich by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
02 Dec
03 Dec
04 Dec
05 Dec
06 Dec
07 Dec
08 Dec
Journey information
Overview: Train from Thornton Heath to Norwich
Trains from Thornton Heath to Norwich run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Southern from Thornton Heath to Norwich trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Southern trains will get you between Thornton Heath and Norwich from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
Southern
FAQs: Thornton Heath to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornton Heath 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 Thornton Heath and Norwich
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 20:00 Sunday 08:15 - 17:45
- Car Park: No
- 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 in the Booking Hall near the cash machine.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas available on platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
More options for your journey from Thornton Heath to Norwich
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
