How to travel from Bristol to Norwich

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Compare bus and train for Bristol to Norwich

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $72.

Distance: 184 miles (297 km)

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$24

Average price

Cheapest

$72

Average price

7h 2m

Average total duration

6h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 40m

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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National Express

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Greater Anglia

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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from Bristol to Norwich

How to get from Bristol to Norwich by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bristol to Norwich is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 PM7h00
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    1:20 AMNorwich, University Of East Anglia
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 PM7h00
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    1:20 AMNorwich, University Of East Anglia
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayW34472+Elizabeth lineC37893+Greater AngliaP01245
    9:00 AM4h18
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    1:18 PMNorwich station (NRW)
    $2421One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayG15517 · W35432+Elizabeth lineC37942+Greater AngliaP01254
    9:13 AM5h05
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    2:18 PMNorwich station (NRW)
    $2421One-way
    3 transfers
  • CrossCountryG66721+Great Western RailwayW35169+Elizabeth lineC38186+Greater AngliaP01236
    8:01 AM4h20
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:21 PMNorwich station (NRW)
    $3231One-way
    3 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG14897+Elizabeth lineC38179+Greater AngliaP01236
    8:00 AM4h21
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:21 PMNorwich station (NRW)
    $3231One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 PM7h20
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    1:40 AMNorwich, Bus Station
    $231One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:35 AM7h20
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    11:55 AMNorwich, University Of East Anglia
    $231One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:35 AM7h40
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    12:15 PMNorwich, Bus Station
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bristol to Norwich

Travel to Norwich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Norwich.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Norwich including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Norwich is a bus with an average price of $24 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Norwich:

A bus is $48 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Norwich costing on average $72 (€58).

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Norwich is by train with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Norwich take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 2m.

The distance from Bristol to Norwich is approximately 184 miles (297 km).
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Norwich is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Norwich as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Norwich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Norwich station (NRW).
  • Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Norwich, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Norwich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Norwich by bus.
  • Travel with Greater Anglia, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Norwich by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bristol to Norwich:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Megabus.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Norwich often also extend their vacation to go to London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Cambridge, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Norwich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Norwich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Norwich's historic sites, museums, and charming streets, a two to three-day visit is recommended.

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