The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Norwich
Cheapest price
€64
Average price
€109
Fastest journey
5 h 39 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
471 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Norwich will cost around €109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
Of the 5 trains that leave Edinburgh for Norwich on Wed, Nov 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 471 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 39 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 6 h 26 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 bus for Edinburgh to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 471 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€109 Average price | €71 Average price Cheapest |
5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 5m Average total duration 12h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Norwich trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:48 AM Edinburgh | 6h26 | 11:14 AM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Edinburgh | 6h14 | 12:14 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h39 | 2:09 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Edinburgh | 6h11 | 3:11 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h41 | 4:11 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Norwich
Trains from Edinburgh to Norwich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 471 km distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 471 km |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 18:00 |
Train companies: LNER, CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Norwich trainsLNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh and Norwich from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Edinburgh to Norwich: Journey Details
Trains from Edinburgh to Norwich depart at a frequency of one train every hour and a half from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Expect a minimum of one transfer. Transfer stations include York, Ely and Peterborough. There are approximately 15 daily departures from Monday to Friday, with fewer services on the weekend.
Which train companies go from Edinburgh to Norwich?
All trains are provided by Virgin Trains, and require at least one change onto an East Midlands train.
How long is the train from Edinburgh to Norwich?
The journey time for trains from Edinburgh to Norwich can fluctuate depending on how many changes are required. The shortest trip is 5 hours and 41 minutes and the longest journey is the final departure of the day, which take 12 hours.
When are the first and last trains of the day from Edinburgh to Norwich?
The first train departs at 5:48 a.m and the last train, which is overnight, departs at 9:00 p.m.
When is the best time to book a train ticket from Edinburgh to Norwich?
In order to save money on the Edinburgh to Norwich train it is best advised to purchase the train tickets at least one month before the desired departure date.
Where do trains from Edinburgh to Norwich depart from and arrive at?
Departure station: All trains from Edinburgh to Norwich depart from Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station, located in the middle of the city. Passengers can easily get to the station as it is regularly served by trams, buses and regional trains. Inside, there is an array of cafes and shops to choose from if anything is needed for your train journey.
Arrival station: Trains from Edinburgh to Norwich arrive at Norwich Railway Station, which is located east of the city centre. Arrival passengers desiring to head to the city centre can walk for 15 minutes, grab a bus or taxi from outside the terminal.
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Norwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Norwich
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- 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 access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- 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 access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Shelter/Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
- 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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