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

The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Essex is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Norwich to Essex is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £35 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Norwich and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Norwich station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Polecat Road via Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Norwich and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Norwich to Essex. However, there are services departing from Norwich and arriving at Witham (Essex) via Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Norwich to Essex?

The distance between Norwich and Essex is 77 miles. The road distance is 74.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Norwich to Essex without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Norwich to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Norwich to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Norwich to Essex?

The best way to get from Norwich to Essex is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Norwich to Essex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Norwich to Essex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Norwich to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Norwich to Essex is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Norwich to Essex.

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

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Where can I stay near Essex?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 23m
£37–67
Drive 74.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Norwich to Essexcar 74.4 mi
1h 35m
£19–27
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Colchester station to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2h 50m
£35–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
4h 13m
£22–49

Norwich to Essex by train

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 76.1 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Norwich to Colchester hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £17–45 and the journey takes 3h.

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