Getting Here
By train
Greater Anglia trains run to Norwich from London’s Liverpool Street Station every 30 minutes during the day (Journey time averages 90 minutes – 115 minutes), stopping at Ipswich, Colchester, Chelmsford and Stratford.
A direct service also links Cambridge to Norwich (Journey time: 1 hour 10 minutes).
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By coach
National Express coaches travel to Norwich from London and other major cities and airports several times daily. London-to-Norwich journey time: around 3 hours. National Express Airport links London’s Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports to Norwich with a direct service up to 10 times a day.
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By car
It’s easy to reach Norwich by car on any of the major roads to the area, including the M11, A11, A12, A140 (from London, the south, the ferry ports and the channel tunnel) and the A14, A47, A1/M1 (from the north and west).
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By air
Norwich Airport is only a 2.5 mile journey from Norwich city centre.
Getting Around
On foot
Norwich city centre is easy to get around on foot and the majority of Festival venues are within walking distance of each other.
By bike
There are dedicated cycle lanes on many of Norwich’s roads.
Where to Stay
The Maids Head Hotel
Situated in the historic Tombland area of centre Norwich, The Maids Head Hotel is the 2025 accommodation partner for Norfolk & Norwich Festival.
Festival ticket holders receive a 10% discount on bed and breakfast stays during the Festival.
Subject to availability. Show Norfolk & Norwich Festival ticket at time of check in. Quote NNF2025 at time of booking. Can only be redeemed when booking direct with the hotel.
