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Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath by train

First train

04:43

Last train

22:34

Departure station

Great Yarmouth

Arrival station

Cowdenbeath

Journey time

From 7h 17m

Distance

316 miles (509 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway

About the train journey from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath

Want to travel from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath usually takes 9 hours 8 minutes on average to travel 316 miles (509 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 7 hours 17 minutes. You can expect to find 0 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Cowdenbeath, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail or Greater Anglia, as these are the main train operators on this route.

You can save money on train tickets from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Great Yarmouth and Cowdenbeath by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath is 7 hours and 17 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath?

No, there are no direct train services from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath. Travelling from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath leave?

The first train from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath leaves at 04:43. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath leave?

The last train from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath leaves at 22:34. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Great Yarmouth and Cowdenbeath by train?

Trains travelling from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath cover a distance of around 316 miles (509 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Great Yarmouth to Cowdenbeath

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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