Norwich to Bishop's Stortford by train

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Overview: trains from Norwich to Bishop's Stortford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Norwich to Bishop's Stortford, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:33 View journey
Last train 23:05 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 52m View journey
Distance (km) 115
Trains / day 30 View all
Cheapest journey CA$76.70 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 20m
Train operators 2

Explore Norwich to Bishop's Stortford by train

Thinking about travelling from Norwich to Bishop's Stortford by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Norwich and Bishop's Stortford

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: CA$76.70

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Train schedule for travel between Norwich and Bishop's Stortford

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 30 trains make this journey of 115 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Norwich is at 05:33 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:40.

During the weekend, 07:00 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:05 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 29 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Norwich and Bishop's Stortford

The route’s fastest journey takes 1 hour and 52 minutes, covering a total of 115 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Norwich to Bishop's Stortford?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your trip to Bishop's Stortford

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Bishop's Stortford.

FAQs about the train journey from Norwich to Bishop's Stortford

Want to know more about your journey from Norwich to Bishop's Stortford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Norwich to Bishop's Stortford covers a distance of 115 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.