The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Norwich
Cheapest price
$217
Average price
$217
Fastest journey
5 h 53 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Norwich will cost around $217 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $217.
Of the 1 trains that leave Blackpool for Norwich on Sat, Jun 20, 1 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 trains cover the 318 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 53 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 53 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.
7:19 AM5h53Blackpool1:12 PMNorwich$2171One-way0 transfers
7:19 AM5h53Blackpool1:12 PMNorwich$2171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Blackpool to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, and a flight costs an average of $758.
Distance: 197 miles (318 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$189 Average price | $89 Average price Cheapest | $955 Average price | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Norwich:
A bus is $100 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to Norwich costing on average $189 (€155).
A bus is $865 (€709) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Blackpool to Norwich costing on average $955 (€782).
Other travel options to Norwich take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 6m.
Bus takes on average 9h 55m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (5h 6m by train vs 5h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $189 (€155) compared to roughly $85 (€70) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Blackpool to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Norwich trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:19 AM Blackpool | 5h53 | 1:12 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Norwich
Trains from Blackpool to Norwich run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $169 (€138) but you can travel from only $79 (€65) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 197 miles (318 km) distance in 5h 22m.
Distance 197 miles (318 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $169 (€138) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Blackpool to Norwich trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackpool and Norwich from $79 (€65). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Blackpool to Norwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Norwich by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Norwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Blackpool to Norwich
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
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