What is the best way to travel from Manchester to Norwich?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Norwich from Manchester. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Norwich from Manchester?
You can get to Norwich with just $80 by taking a Train from East Midlands Railway, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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East Midlands Railway4h 31m07:43 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:14 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 7:43:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:14:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
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Avanti West Coast4h 44m01:55 PMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station6:39 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 1:55:00 PM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 6:39:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 44m
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Avanti West Coast4h 46m02:35 PMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station7:21 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 2:35:00 PM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 7:21:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 46m
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TransPennine Express4h 58m06:12 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:10 AMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 6:12:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 58m
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East Midlands Railway4h 31m08:43 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station1:14 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 8:43:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 1:14:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
Cheapest Trains Friday
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Avanti West Coast4h 43m09:35 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station2:18 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 9:35:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $140 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 43m
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Avanti West Coast4h 51m09:55 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station2:46 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 9:55:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $140 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 51m
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Avanti West Coast4h 43m08:35 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station1:18 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 8:35:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $148 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 43m
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East Midlands Railway4h 27m08:43 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station1:10 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 8:43:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 27m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Manchester to Norwich?
You can get to Norwich from Manchester in just 4h 27m with a Train from East Midlands Railway. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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East Midlands Railway4h 31m07:43 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:14 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 7:43:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:14:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
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East Midlands Railway4h 31m08:43 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station1:14 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 8:43:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 1:14:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
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Avanti West Coast4h 44m01:55 PMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station6:39 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 1:55:00 PM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 6:39:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 44m
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Avanti West Coast4h 46m02:35 PMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station7:21 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 2:35:00 PM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 7:21:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 46m
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TransPennine Express4h 58m06:12 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:10 AMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 6:12:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 58m
Fastest Trains Friday
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East Midlands Railway4h 27m08:43 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station1:10 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 8:43:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 27m
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Avanti West Coast4h 43m09:35 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station2:18 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 9:35:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $140 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 43m
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Avanti West Coast4h 43m08:35 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station1:18 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 8:35:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $148 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 43m
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Avanti West Coast4h 51m09:55 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station2:46 PMNorwichCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 9:55:00 AM to Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $140 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 51m
Fastest Trains Saturday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Manchester to Norwich
What are the most popular stations in Manchester and Norwich?
In Manchester, you will usually depart from Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, while in Norwich you will be arriving at Central Station, University of East Anglia or Bar Street, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Norwich from Manchester? With 4 connections between 3 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Manchester and Norwich, you can pay as low as $80 with a Train from East Midlands Railway.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from East Midlands Railway: you will get to Norwich in just 4h 27m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Manchester and Norwich are Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Manchester and Norwich is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Salford or to Norwich Airport, and look at flights from Liverpool Airport, and landing at Norwich Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Manchester to Norwich?
The most popular companies between Manchester and Norwich, are Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express
All you need to know when you travel from Manchester to Norwich
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Manchester to Norwich. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Manchester to Norwich
How can I reach Norwich from Manchester?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Norwich from Manchester.
How far is Norwich from Manchester?
The distance between Manchester and Norwich is 158.3 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Manchester and Norwich?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 43 kgs, and a flight 63 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Manchester to Norwich?
You can get to Norwich with just $80 by taking a Train from East Midlands Railway.
What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Norwich?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Norwich in just 4h 27m with a Train from East Midlands Railway.
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Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Manchester and to Norwich. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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