How to travel from Glasgow to Norwich

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Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Norwich

Omio 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 an average ticket price of $105 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $105, while a train costs an average of $133.

Distance: 316 miles (509 km)

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Driving

$133

Average price

$105

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Cheapest

$176

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6h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 3m

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30m

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14h 51m

Average total duration

14h 21m

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7h 11m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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CO2 emissions

London North Eastern Railway

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National Express

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Compare ways to travel from Glasgow to Norwich

Compare the available ways to get from Glasgow to Norwich, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Norwich is a bus with an average price of $105.

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

A bus is $29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Norwich costing on average $133.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Norwich is by train with an average journey time of 6h 33m.

Other travel options to Norwich take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Norwich including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow to Norwich among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 8m faster (6h 3m by train vs 7h 11m by car) and roughly $43 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($133 vs $176). 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.

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from Glasgow to Norwich

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

Our recommendation

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

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    2 transfers

Cheapest

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    2 transfers

Fastest

  • London North Eastern RailwayC01988+East Midlands RailwayC04372+ScotrailL87962
    2 transfers

Other options

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    2 transfers
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    2 transfers
  • ScotrailL87994+London North Eastern RailwayC01989+East Midlands RailwayC21581
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
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    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Norwich.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Glasgow and Norwich including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Norwich is a bus with an average price of $105.

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

A bus is $29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Norwich costing on average $133.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Norwich is by train with an average journey time of 6h 33m.

Other travel options to Norwich take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 51m.

The distance from Glasgow to Norwich is approximately 316 miles (509 km).
The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Norwich is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Norwich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and arrive in Norwich station (NRW).
  • Buses mostly depart from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station and arrive in Norwich, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Glasgow to Norwich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Norwich by bus.
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Lumo to go to Norwich by train.
Omio customers who travel from Glasgow to Norwich often also extend their vacation to go to London, Amsterdam, London Liverpool Street (LST), Edinburgh, Stratford (London) (SRA). 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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