The average train between Essex and Cromer takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex to Cromer. 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 Essex and Cromer. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Essex is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Cromer at 5:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Colchester and take an average of 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Essex to Cromer. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Cromer station via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Essex to Cromer train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.
Essex to Cromer train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cromer station.
Book your Essex to Cromer train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Essex and Cromer is 131.4 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from Witham (Essex) to Cromer via Colchester and Norwich in around 3h 4m.