The average train between Norwich and West Midlands takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Norwich to West Midlands. 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 West Midlands. 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 West Midlands at 8:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Norwich to West Midlands? 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 West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Norwich station and arriving at West Midlands station via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Norwich to West Midlands train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.
Norwich to West Midlands train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Norwich to West Midlands train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Norwich and West Midlands is 221.1 km. The road distance is 287 km.
You can take a train from Norwich to Smethwick Rolfe Street via Ely and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 25m.