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Bournemouth to Norwich by train
It takes an average of 5h 58m to travel from Bournemouth to Norwich by train, over a distance of around 189 miles (304 km). There are normally 24 trains per day traveling from Bournemouth to Norwich and tickets for this journey start from $34.49 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:12 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:12 pm | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Norwich | |
| Journey time | From 4h 33m | |
| Distance | 189 miles (304 km) | |
| Frequency | 24 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $34.49 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Norwich in 4 hours 33 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Norwich? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 58 minutes to travel the 304 km from Bournemouth to Norwich by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 24 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Bournemouth to Norwich start from $34.49 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Norwich? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Bournemouth to Norwich
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Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Norwich
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bournemouth to Norwich is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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