The cheapest and fastest trains from Harwich to Norwich
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harwich to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harwich to Norwich will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harwich for Norwich on Tue, May 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
8:08 AM1h11Harwich9:19 AMNorwich$161One-way0 transfers
8:08 AM1h11Harwich9:19 AMNorwich$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Harwich to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harwich to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 32m faster (1h 10m by train vs 1h 42m by car) and roughly $9 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($16 (€13) vs $25 (€20)). 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.
Live departures
Harwich to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Harwich to Norwich trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:08 AM Harwich | 1h11 | 9:19 AM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harwich to Norwich
Trains from Harwich to Norwich run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Harwich to Norwich trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Harwich and Norwich from $14 (€12). 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 Harwich to Norwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harwich 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 Harwich to Norwich
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Harwich Port Car Park
- 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 ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only available during the opening hours of the station.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park and on platform
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Onward travel information: Plus Bus location
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop (East Dock Road), near sign for Long/Short stay car park. Boat train services depart from behind platform 1
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within station and on forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Onward travel information: Local Bus services from station forecourt
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the front of the station by the bus stop
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside station building
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop outside the station
- 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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