Colchester to Norwich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

53.9 miles 86.7 km · straight line
60.5 miles actual route 97.3 km · driving distance
1h 27min estimated drive time
£9 - £11 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
18° NNE bearing direction

How far is Colchester from Norwich?

The distance from Colchester to Norwich is 53.9 miles (86.7 km) as the crow flies. Norwich is located NNE of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 60.5 miles, taking about 1h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Colchester 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 Colchester to Norwich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 27min £9 - £11 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 44min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Colchester & Norwich

Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m 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 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 462.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM