The average train between Norwich and Birmingham takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Norwich to Birmingham. 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 Norwich and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Norwich is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 7:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 46m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Norwich to Birmingham? 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 Norwich to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Norwich station and arriving at Birmingham station via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Norwich to Birmingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.
Norwich to Birmingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Norwich to Birmingham train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Norwich and Birmingham is 216.8 km. The road distance is 282 km.
You can take a train from Norwich to Birmingham New Street via Ely in around 3h 58m.