The average train between Reading and Norwich takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Norwich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Reading and Norwich. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Norwich at 1:33 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Reading to Norwich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Reading to Norwich. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Norwich station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.
Reading to Norwich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to Norwich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Norwich station.
Book your Reading to Norwich train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Reading and Norwich is 202.6 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Norwich via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 25m.