Norwich to Liverpool train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Liverpool

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 05

Cheapest price on Sep 05

€101

Average ticket price on Sep 05

€133

Fastest journey on Sep 05

4 h 53 m

Average journey duration on Sep 05

4 h 57 m

Trains on Sep 05

10

Distance

299 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Norwich to Liverpool will cost around €133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €101.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 05, we found 10 trains from Norwich to Liverpool, including 2 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 53 m .

On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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.

  • Greater AngliaP01258+Avanti West CoastW33614+West Midlands TrainsC17850+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston
    10:30 AM5h24
    Norwich station (NRW)
    3:54 PMLiverpool Central (LVC)
    1011One-way
    4 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP02355+Avanti West CoastW33756+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston
    8:57 AM5h07
    Norwich station (NRW)
    2:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    1041One-way
    2 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33778+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+Greater AngliaP01253
    10:00 AM5h04
    Norwich station (NRW)
    3:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    1231One-way
    2 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33489+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+Greater AngliaP01249
    9:30 AM4h53
    Norwich station (NRW)
    2:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    1231One-way
    2 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33406+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+Greater AngliaP01240
    8:30 AM4h53
    Norwich station (NRW)
    1:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    1231One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Norwich to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, while a train costs an average of €87.

Distance: 299 km

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

€87

Average price

€25

Average price

Cheapest

€77

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 21m

Average total duration

8h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

East Midlands Railway

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National Express

Most popular bus company

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Direct Options

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Norwich to Liverpool is a bus with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Norwich to Liverpool:

A bus is €62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Liverpool costing on average €87.

The fastest way to travel from Norwich to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Norwich and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Norwich to Liverpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Greater AngliaP01235+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW333888:00 AM Norwich station (NRW)
5h04
1:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
Greater AngliaP01240+Avanti West CoastW33406+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston8:30 AM Norwich station (NRW)
4h53
1:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC044578:52 AM Norwich station (NRW)
5h37
2:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP02355+Avanti West CoastW33756+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston8:57 AM Norwich station (NRW)
5h07
2:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33489+Greater AngliaP01249+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston9:30 AM Norwich station (NRW)
4h53
2:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC044599:51 AM Norwich station (NRW)
5h38
3:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33778+Greater AngliaP01253+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston10:00 AM Norwich station (NRW)
5h04
3:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
Greater AngliaP01258+Avanti West CoastW33614+West Midlands TrainsC17850+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston10:30 AM Norwich station (NRW)
5h24
3:54 PM Liverpool Central (LVC)4 transfers
Greater AngliaP01258+Avanti West CoastW33493+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston10:30 AM Norwich station (NRW)
4h53
3:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressW84691+East Midlands RailwayC04462+London North Eastern RailwayG8017710:52 AM Norwich station (NRW)
5h08
4:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers

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Why should you book Norwich to Liverpool trains with Omio?

East Midlands Railway as well as Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains and more offer trains services from Norwich to Liverpool.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Norwich to Liverpool.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Norwich to Liverpool.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Norwich to Liverpool.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Norwich to Liverpool.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Norwich to Liverpool

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Trains from Norwich to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 5h 33m.

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
Bus from €15
Distance
299 km
Average train duration
4h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
€48
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
5h 33m
First train
12:18 AM
Last train
11:30 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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
Bus from €15

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains from Norwich to Liverpool trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Norwich and Liverpool from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
5h 33m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
€48
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
4h 53m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
€76
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
5h 34m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€163
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
5h 34m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
€101
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Trains from Norwich to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Norwich to Liverpool can start from as little as €48 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Norwich to Liverpool is €87; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Norwich to Liverpool is 5h 33m to travel the 299 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Norwich to Liverpool leaves at 12:18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Norwich to Liverpool leaves at 11:30 PM.
Yes,there are 1 direct trains a day from Norwich to Liverpool with east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Norwich to Liverpool. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 5h 33m
When taking a train from Norwich to Liverpool, you can count on East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Norwich and Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Liverpool from Norwich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 33m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Norwich to Liverpool is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Norwich and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Norwich to Liverpool

Most Norwich to Liverpool trains use the Norwich to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool Central. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Norwich
Arrival train stations in Liverpool

Which Norwich station do trains to Liverpool leave from?

Trains from Norwich to Liverpool leave from Norwich. The station is 1 km from Norwich city centre at Norwich station, Station Approach, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1EF.
NorwichNorwich station, Station Approach, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1EFWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
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.

Most popular train connections from Norwich

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