What is the cheapest way to get from Essex to Norwich?

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Norwich is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essex to Norwich?

The fastest way to get from Essex to Norwich is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Norwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Norwich station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Interchange and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Norwich?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Norwich. However, there are services departing from Witham (Essex) and arriving at Norwich via Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Essex to Norwich?

The distance between Essex and Norwich is 77 miles. The road distance is 74.5 miles.

How do I travel from Essex to Norwich without a car?

The best way to get from Essex to Norwich without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Essex to Norwich?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Essex to Norwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Norwich bus from?

Essex to Norwich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Norwich train from?

Essex to Norwich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Essex to Norwich?

The best way to get from Essex to Norwich is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Essex to Norwich bus arrive?

Essex to Norwich bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Essex to Norwich train arrive?

Essex to Norwich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Norwich station.

Can I drive from Essex to Norwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Norwich is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Essex to Norwich.

How do I get a train ticket from Essex to Norwich?

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Where can I stay near Norwich?

There are 1319+ hotels available in Norwich.

Essex to Norwich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Essex to Norwich by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Norwichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 37m
£36–71
Drive 74.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Essex to Norwichcar 74.1 mi
1h 33m
£18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Colchester stationbus X20
2. Take the train from Colchester to Norwichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 57m
£35–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
4h 53m
£23–51

Essex to Norwich by train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 76.1 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Essex, England and Norwich, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Norwich hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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