Norwich to London Trains From £18.50*

On average, getting to the UK capital from Norwich takes only under two hours with a direct train from Greater Anglia. There are two trains per hour on weekdays operating between Norwich and London Liverpool Street, and with the first train running from 5am and the last running at 10.02pm, you’ll have all day to explore the largest city in Europe.

The journey from Norwich to London will take you through Norfolk and down into the Southeast of England before arriving at London Liverpool Street Station, at the centre of the UK’s global financial hub.

Greater Anglia provides services from London Liverpool Street to destinations in the Southeast of England, including Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, and parts of Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire. Notably, they run the Stansted Express, connecting London Liverpool Street to Stansted Airport.

Departing from Norwich

Norwich train station is located directly in the city centre, meaning that it’s accessible via bus, coaches, taxis, and other rail services.

The station itself is the northern interchange of the Great Eastern Main Line and the terminus of multiple secondary light rail lines. Making this station is ideal if you’re travelling from further afield and need to change to Norwich to get to London Liverpool Street.

Main stops

In total, there are six stations along the route from Norwich to London Liverpool Street. These are Diss, Ipswich, Manningtree, Colchester, Chelmsford, and Stratford, which is in London itself.

However, it’s helpful to remember that this is subject to change depending on multiple factors, including engineering works, the weather, faults, or public safety.

Arriving at London Liverpool Street

London Liverpool Street is a brilliant place to begin your London adventure. It’s a highly convenient station from which to depart, located right in the centre of the UK’s financial and business hub – The City.

Its skyline is more reminiscent of Tokyo or downtown New York than merry old England, and you’ll quickly see why, being just a few minutes’ walk from The Gherkin building, The Scalpel, and The Walkie-Talkie. All while the bougie Spitalfields Market is just a few minutes away.

London Liverpool Street station also offers you great rail connections further into London, especially as it’s one of the central stations on the London Underground.

Greater Anglia train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: A Norwich to London First Class ticket grants you access to a First Class lounge, spacious seating, larger tables, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary snacks and beverages on weekdays.

Greater Anglia travel advice

• Luggage: You can bring a maximum of three items of luggage. This includes two larger items and one smaller bag.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Reservations are highly recommended, as each train has only two cycle spaces. To avoid disappointment, it’s best to book early.
• Children: Under 5’s can travel for free. Children aged 5 to 15 can save 50% on their tickets. Booking in advance using TrainPal helps ensure families can sit together. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist：Supports all aspects of your journey, including planning, selecting trains, times, and tickets, and purchasing them. We provide assistance with boarding and alighting (including ramps and sight guidance), navigating stations and platforms, and handling up to three pieces of luggage safely. Additionally, we offer advice on available facilities both on board and at stations.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.