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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Harwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 76 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£17 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Norwich to Harwich, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Norwich to Harwich:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Harwich costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Harwich take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 45m.
The journey is about 35m faster (1h 8m by train vs 1h 43m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£17 vs £18). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Harwich from Norwich by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Norwich to Harwich is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by ferry from Harwich are Hoek van Holland, Colchester, Ipswich, Clacton-on-Sea and Manningtree. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Harwich on Omio.
Hoek van Holland is a coastal district known for its wide beach, dunes and working harbour atmosphere. Its position at the mouth of the Nieuwe Waterweg gives it a distinctly maritime character tied closely to Rotterdam.
Colchester is an Essex city known as Britain’s oldest recorded town, with Roman roots and a prominent castle. Its historic core, modern cultural venues and easy-going atmosphere make it well suited to a relaxed visit.
Ipswich is one of England’s oldest towns, known for its waterfront and maritime past. Its medieval streets, parks and Suffolk atmosphere make it feel historic yet lived-in.
Clacton-on-Sea is a traditional Essex resort known for its sandy beach, pier and classic seaside amusements. Its promenade and relaxed coastal atmosphere give it the feel of a long-established British holiday town.
Travel to Harwich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Norwich to Harwich.
This is compared to other travel options from Norwich to Harwich:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Harwich costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Harwich take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 45m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Norwich and Harwich as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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