Norwich to London Liverpool Street Trains From £16.00*

It takes just under two hours to get from Norwich to London Liverpool Street with Greater Anglia. You'll begin your journey in Norfolk, before heading southeast, passing through Suffolk and Essex, while making your way towards Greater London.

Greater Anglia runs a network that reaches throughout Greater London, Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, and parts of Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire.

Departing from Norwich

Norwich station acts as a major interchange for travellers across the East of England, connecting Norfolk to cities like Cambridge and London. Operated by Greater Anglia and East Midlands Railway, the Norwich station is also the eastern terminus of the Great Eastern Mainline that links Norwich with London Liverpool Street.

It's an easy station to reach, just a few minutes from the city centre along Prince of Wales Road. So you could walk to the station, or you could catch the First buses 25 or 35 from the city centre to the train station. Of course, local taxis can also drop you off at the station's main entrance.

Main stops

When travelling with Greater Anglia from Norwich to London Liverpool Street, there are six stations along the route. These stations are Diss, Stowmarket, Ipswich, Manningtree, Colchester, and Chelmsford.

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Arriving at London Liverpool Street

The train from Norwich will arrive at the UK’s busiest railway station, London Liverpool Street, in the City of London, one of the world’s largest and international financial and business centres. Liverpool Street Station is the terminus of the Great Eastern Mainline and the West Anglia Mainline, operated by Greater Anglia, c2c, London Overground, Stansted Express, and the Elizabeth line. It serves as an essential hub for commuters from towns in Hertfordshire, Essex, and Norfolk trying to reach London.

It’s an effortlessly easy and convenient station to arrive at as it immediately connects you to Liverpool Street London Underground Station that runs on the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines, and its Overground station serving the Elizabeth and Waterloo & City lines. Some buses and taxis regularly serve Liverpool Street too, immediately outside the station’s exit.

There’s tons to do near Liverpool Street Station. If you’re looking for some cracking cuisine, take the lift up to the top of Heron Tower for Sushisamba. This restaurant combines Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian gastronomy, and offers some of the best views of the City of London. Alternatively, head over to Spitalfields Market near Shoreditch for some first-class shopping.

Greater Anglia train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating, USB ports, plug sockets and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: A Norwich to London Liverpool Street first-class ticket grants you access to a First-Class carriage, spacious seating, larger tables, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary weekday snacks and beverages.

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, with dogs required to be on a lead and other animals in carriers, and there is a maximum of two pets allowed per passenger.
• Bicycles: Reservations are highly recommended, as each train has only two cycle spaces. To avoid disappointment, book early. Folding bikes are allowed on board; full-size bikes, e-scooters, electric cycles, and folding electric cycles are not permitted.
• Children: Children under 5 can travel for free, while those aged 5 to 15 can benefit from discounted tickets, and the Family & Friends Railcard offers up to one-third off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: Supports journey planning, train selection, scheduling, and ticket purchasing. Assists with boarding and alighting (including ramps and sight guidance), navigating stations and platforms, and safely handling up to three pieces of luggage. Provides advice on available facilities on board and at stations.

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