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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.
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Compare train and coach for Welwyn to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welwyn to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 136 km
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2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn to Norwich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Welwyn to Norwich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 25m.
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 £35
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 21:47 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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 £35
Train companies: Great Northern from Welwyn to Norwich trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Welwyn and Norwich from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
£47
Great Northern frequency
16 a day
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
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Norwich
Things to do in Norwich
Discover the best of Norwich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Norwich trip today.
- Recommended
Strangers' Hall
Museum of domestic life in a restored medieval merchant’s house. Its rooms and objects vividly show everyday Norwich across several centuries.
- Recommended
Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell
Compact museum in a former shoe factory exploring Norwich’s shoe-making industry. A distinctive local-history stop with working-class stories.
- Must visit
Elm Hill
Historic street of merchants’ houses, independent shops and timber-framed buildings. One of the best places to feel old Norwich at walking pace.
- Recommended
Norwich Market
Covered Victorian market with colourful stalls and strong local atmosphere in the heart of the city. Excellent for browsing and people-watching.
- Recommended
Chapelfield Gardens
Riverside green space with formal gardens, broad paths and boating nearby. A relaxing break from the centre and popular with locals in good weather.
- Vegetarian
Norwich Fruit Cake
A rich fruit cake packed with currants, peel and spice, long linked with Norwich baking traditions and often enjoyed at Christmas or with tea.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Colman’s Mustard
Mustard made in Norwich since the early 19th century, known for its hot, punchy flavour and strong association with the city’s food heritage.
- Gluten-free
Binham Blue
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.
Benedicts
Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in an intimate setting, with a strong focus on seasonal local produce.
Farmyard
Stylish restaurant offering modern British cooking, cocktails, and seasonal menus in a smart but relaxed city setting.
The Black Horse
Popular city-centre steakhouse and grill known for locally sourced beef, a lively atmosphere, and reliable service.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local transport are usually manageable compared with London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
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To the city centre
Norwich Railway Station -> Norwich City Hall
- Distance
- 950 m
- Travel time
- 15–20 min
- Adult bus fares can be paid by contactless on First Bus services in Norwich. Tap On Tap Off caps adult contactless fares at the day-ticket price.
- Norwich city centre is walkable from Norwich Railway Station. City Hall is about 15–20 min on foot, and central bus stops at Castle Meadow are about 320 m from The Halls.
FAQs: Welwyn to Norwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn to Norwich can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £47, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Welwyn to Norwich covers a distance of 136 km and takes approximately 2h 25m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Welwyn to Norwich is 136 km.
The first train from Welwyn to Norwich leaves at 5:27.
The last train from Welwyn to Norwich departs at 21:47.
Trains from Welwyn to Norwich run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn to Norwich.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Welwyn to Norwich.
To get from Welwyn to Norwich, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Welwyn to Norwich.
The train station in Welwyn that goes to Norwich is Welwyn North (WLW), and it arrives at Norwich station (NRW).
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn to Norwich is by coach, costing approximately £35.
Booking trains from Welwyn to Norwich in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Welwyn to Norwich offers picturesque views of the English countryside, with rolling hills, quaint villages, and stretches of farmland visible along the way.
A day trip from Welwyn to Norwich is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 25m. However, there are 4 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 136 km.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Norwich, allowing time to visit its historic sites, such as the Norwich Cathedral and Norwich Castle, and enjoy the vibrant local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn to Norwich.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn and Norwich
Most Welwyn to Norwich trains use the Welwyn North to Norwich station pair. Use this guide to compare Welwyn and Norwich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Welwyn
Arrival train stations in Norwich
Which Welwyn station do trains to Norwich leave from?
Trains from Welwyn to Norwich leave from Welwyn North. The station is 2 km from Welwyn city centre at Welwyn North station, Station Road, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, AL6 0AS.
Welwyn NorthWelwyn North station, Station Road, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, AL6 0AS+44 
City-centre transport
Getting to Welwyn North from Welwyn city centre
Welwyn North is 1 km from Welwyn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus301 · 31m · £2 · every ~6 min
Welwyn North train station facilities and services
Welwyn North has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Welwyn North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Welwyn North: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Welwyn North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Welwyn North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Step-free access between platforms via the street. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the coffee shop. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Norwich station do trains from Welwyn arrive at?
Trains from Welwyn to Norwich arrive at Norwich. Norwich is 1 km from Norwich city centre.
NorwichNorwich station, Station Approach, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1EF
City-centre transport
Getting to Norwich from Norwich city centre
Bus8, 35, 8A, 9, 2, 8C · 2m · £2 · every ~14 min
132 · 14m · £2
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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