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Getting to Norwich by Bus, Ferry & Coach

Travel to Norwich and enjoy the scenery with someone else in the driving seat.


Whether you’re visiting from the surrounding area or across the UK, the bus or coach is a budget-friendly way to travel to Norwich. And if you’re coming from the Netherlands via  the port of Harwich, Norwich is less than 2 hours away!

For frequently asked questions, check out our Travel by Bus FAQs and Visiting Norwich FAQs.

Arriving by Bus

There are several bus companies operating services locally to Norwich, including FirstKonectbusSanders, Central Connect and Simonds.

You can explore Norfolk with weekly, monthly and 10-trip passes with different companies. Travel Norfolk Fusion tickets allow travel with all bus companies operating in Norfolk.

Arriving by Coach

National Express coaches operate services all over the UK and to and from the continent (Eurolines) from Norwich. You’ll also find affordable journeys from London, Stansted and Cambridge to Norwich with Flixbus.

Top tip: buy in advance to save money and book online for the best deals, including for students, groups and travel passes!

Arriving by Ferry

Harwich is the nearest ferry port to Norwich. Routes from Holland (Netherlands) operate 14 times per week, taking between 6 and 7 hours. Prebook to travel with your pets in your vehicle or one of the on-board kennels.

From Harwich, Norwich is less than 2 hours by car and 1hr 45 minutes by train with one change.