4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Norwich
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Norwich will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 18 buses that leave London for Norwich on Sat, Jun 20, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus3:40 PM2h40London, Stratford City Bus Station6:20 PMNorwich, University Of East Anglia$181One-way0 transfers- FlixBus3:40 PM3h00London, Stratford City Bus Station6:40 PMNorwich, Bus Station$181One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:00 PM3h55London, Victoria Coach Station7:55 PMNorwich, Bus Station$191One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:10 PM2h45London, Stratford City Bus Station7:55 PMNorwich, Bus Station$191One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:10 AM2h45London, Stratford City Bus Station10:55 AMNorwich, Bus Station$201One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:40 PM2h40London, Stratford City Bus Station6:20 PMNorwich, University Of East Anglia$181One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:10 PM2h45London, Stratford City Bus Station7:55 PMNorwich, Bus Station$191One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:10 AM2h45London, Stratford City Bus Station10:55 AMNorwich, Bus Station$201One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:40 PM3h00London, Stratford City Bus Station6:40 PMNorwich, Bus Station$181One-way0 transfers
NX4918:30 PM3h15London, Victoria Coach Station11:45 PMNorwich, Bus Station$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Norwich:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Norwich costing on average $65 (€54).
Other travel options to Norwich take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 25m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $60 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $28 (€23). The journey takes 4h 25m versus 2h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
London to Norwich Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator East Midlands Railway | Departure Time 09:03AM | Arrival Time 12:53PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator East Midlands Railway | Departure Time 12:03PM | Arrival Time 03:17PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator East Midlands Railway | Departure Time 01:03PM | Arrival Time 04:17PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator East Midlands Railway | Departure Time 01:43PM | Arrival Time 05:08PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator East Midlands Railway | Departure Time 02:43PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator East Midlands Railway | Departure Time 04:03PM | Arrival Time 07:17PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator East Midlands Railway | Departure Time 05:03PM | Arrival Time 08:18PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Live departures
London to Norwich bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Norwich buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NXA8 · NX728 | Delayed 10:20 AM 6:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 12:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 10:55 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NXA8 · NX728 | Delayed 10:20 AM 8:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 5h40 | 1:40 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:10 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 2h45 | 10:55 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 3h45 | 11:55 AM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 1 transfer | |
| NX490 | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 2:35 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 11:20 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 6h30 | 5:50 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX727 | On time 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h20 | 5:50 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 12:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 7h10 | 7:30 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 1:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 8h10 | 10:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX491 | On time 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 6:45 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 2h40 | 6:20 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 3h00 | 6:40 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 7:55 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NXA8 · NX727 | On time 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 10:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 2h45 | 7:55 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX491 | On time 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 11:45 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NXA8 · NX727 | On time 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 3:45 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| NXA8 · NX728 | On time 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 12:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX728 | On time 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h40 | 1:40 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX727 | On time 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 5:30 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX727 | On time 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h35 | 9:35 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX727 | On time 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 3:45 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Norwich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Norwich run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:24, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 12:24 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from London to NorwichYou can travel by bus between London to Norwich with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Norwich
Those wishing to visit the city in England's county of Norfolk from the capital will find coach travel a great option. With frequent regular departures spread throughout the day and journey times as little as three hours 15 minutes, travelers will soon find themselves in the medieval city. Departures continue over the weekend with up to seven departures available seven days a week.
Which bus companies travel from London to Norwich?
Buses from London to Norwich are offered solely by National Express, the leading provider of coaches across the United Kingdom since 1974. National Express coaches offer comfortable seating and onboard facilities that include power outlets, WiFi, and toilets.
How long is the bus from London to Norwich?
Journey times from London to Norwich vary slightly depending on the time of travel and the congestion on the roads. Whenever passengers travel, they can expect to arrive within three hours 30 minutes but the journey can take up to 20 minutes less.
How many buses are there from London to Norwich?
Every day of the week, travelers can expect to choose from seven direct departures. The earliest service leaves at 10:00 a.m. with the last leaving London at 11:30 p.m. with departures spread throughout the day. Service regularity continues throughout the week and into the weekend.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Norwich?
Departure bus station: All coaches traveling to Norwich from London start their journey from London Victoria Coach Station, London's busiest coach station. It is located in the heart of London, just a short walk from London Victoria Train Station and many tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace. London Underground services and both regional and intercity trains depart from Victoria Train Station. Facilities at London Victoria Coach Station include taxi ranks, local bus stops, WiFi, toilets, kiosk shops, bars, and cafes. There is a good choice of restaurants in the streets around the coach station.
Arrival bus station: Passengers will arrive at Norwich Coach Station. The station is situated off Surrey Street and Queens Road, in Norwich city center. The central location places passengers within walking distance of many local attractions. The train station is just under a mile away, a short 15-minute walk, or is served by numerous bus routes where travelers can organize easy onward travel.
FAQs: Bus from London to Norwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Norwich by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Norwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Norwich
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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