The average train between Canterbury and Norwich takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Canterbury to Norwich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Canterbury and Norwich. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canterbury is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Norwich at 1:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Canterbury to Norwich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Norwich. However, there are services departing from Canterbury station and arriving at Norwich station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Canterbury to Norwich train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.
Canterbury to Norwich train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Norwich station.
Book your Canterbury to Norwich train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Canterbury and Norwich is 150.7 km. The road distance is 282 km.
You can take a train from Canterbury West to Norwich via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 18m.