Birmingham, United Kingdom to Norwich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

134.3 miles 216.1 km · straight line
159.9 miles actual route 257.4 km · driving distance
3h 3min estimated drive time
£24 - £30 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
84° E bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Norwich?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Norwich is 134.3 miles (216.1 km) as the crow flies. Norwich is located E of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 159.9 miles, taking about 3h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, United Kingdom and Norwich. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Norwich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 3min £24 - £30 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 40min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~2h 54min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Norwich

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Norwich
52.63°N, 1.30°E
Europe/London
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 185.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM