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Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery
Major museum inside Norwich Castle covering archaeology, art, and regional history. The city’s top museum experience for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
6 h 57 m
Average duration
7 h 1 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Norwich will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Norwich without transferring at least 2 times.
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L87838Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $97.
Distance: 316 miles (509 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$133 Average price | $110 Average price Cheapest | $179 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 43m Average total duration Fastest 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 19m Average total duration 13h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Norwich:
A bus is $23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Norwich costing on average $133.
Other travel options to Norwich take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 49m.
The journey is about 58m faster (6h 13m by train vs 7h 11m by car) and roughly $46 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($133 vs $179). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Norwich trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 9:15 AM Glasgow | 6h57 | 4:12 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Glasgow | 6h57 | 7:12 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Glasgow | 7h01 | 8:16 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Norwich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 but you can travel from only $34 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 17:54. The fastest train covers the 316 miles (509 km) distance in 6h 57m.
Distance 316 miles (509 km) |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 5:54 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Norwich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Norwich trip today.
Major museum inside Norwich Castle covering archaeology, art, and regional history. The city’s top museum experience for first-time visitors.
Nationally important collection of British art from the 17th century onward, including the Norwich School painters, in a refined historic setting.
Beautifully preserved merchant’s house showing domestic life through furnished rooms and period collections across several centuries.
Historic market operating in the city centre for centuries. Lively, colorful, and ideal for soaking up Norwich’s daily atmosphere.
Characterful cobbled lane lined with independent shops and medieval buildings. One of Norwich’s most photographed and atmospheric streets.
Riverside green space beside the cathedral with peaceful walks, open lawns, and excellent views of the historic precinct.
A strongly flavoured blue cheese from Norfolk, prized for its creamy texture and historic local production. Often served on cheese boards or in sauces.
Traditional Norfolk cured ham, usually sliced thin and valued for its local heritage. A classic in sandwiches, ploughman’s lunches, and pub meals.
Locally landed brown crab from the Norfolk coast, known for sweet meat and freshness. Commonly served dressed or in seafood platters.
Refined British fine dining in a historic building, known for seasonal tasting menus, polished service, and one of Norwich’s most acclaimed kitchens.
Elegant riverside restaurant focused on modern British cooking, local produce, and a smart but relaxed setting inside The Assembly House.
Popular traditional pub by the river serving well-kept ales and hearty British dishes in a historic, characterful atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are lower than London, while buses, pubs, and casual meals are manageable for most city visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Norwich Railway Station -> Norwich City Centre, Norwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Norwich trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Norwich station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Norwich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Bellgrove is 2 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Bellgrove has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bellgrove.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bellgrove: Parking.
Available at Bellgrove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Norwich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Norwich: Parking, WC.
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: 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.
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