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

The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Birmingham is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Norwich to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Norwich and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Norwich and arriving at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Norwich and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Norwich to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Norwich and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Norwich to Birmingham?

The distance between Norwich and Birmingham is 176 miles. The road distance is 160.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Norwich to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Norwich to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Birmingham bus from?

Norwich to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Norwich station.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Birmingham train from?

Norwich to Birmingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.

Train, bus or fly from Norwich to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Norwich to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £470 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Norwich to Birmingham bus arrive?

Norwich to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Norwich to Birmingham train arrive?

Norwich to Birmingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Norwich to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Norwich to Birmingham is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Norwich to Birmingham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Norwich to Birmingham?

Book your Norwich to Birmingham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to Elytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 59m
£91–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Norwich to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk083
4h 15m
£19–35
Drive 159.5 mi
1. Drive from Norwich to Birminghamcar 159.5 mi
2h 43m
£39–57
Fly
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane NWI - BHX
4h 40m
£94–469
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Norwich to Nottinghamtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 150 / ...
5h 48m
£83–137

Norwich to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 175 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Norwich to Birmingham New Street via Ely in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Norwich to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway twice daily. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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