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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a train costs an average of £115.
Distance: 242 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£51 Average Price Cheapest | £115 Average Price | £46 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Swindon to Norwich, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Norwich:
A coach is £65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Norwich costing on average £115.
Other travel options to Norwich take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 19m.
Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£5. The journey takes 5h 49m versus 3h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Norwich from Swindon by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Swindon to Norwich is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Norwich are Cambridge, London, Ipswich and Colchester. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Norwich on Omio.
Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
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.
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.
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This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Norwich:
A coach is £65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Norwich costing on average £115.
Other travel options to Norwich take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 19m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Swindon and Norwich as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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