What is the cheapest way to get from Norwich to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Manchester is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Norwich to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Norwich to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Norwich and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Norwich to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Norwich and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Norwich and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Norwich and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Norwich to Manchester?

The distance between Norwich and Manchester is 219 miles. The road distance is 184.8 miles.

How do I travel from Norwich to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Norwich to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £110 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Norwich to Manchester?

The train from Norwich to Manchester Piccadilly takes 4h 43m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Manchester bus from?

Norwich to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Norwich station.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Manchester train from?

Norwich to Manchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.

Train, bus or fly from Norwich to Manchester?

The best way to get from Norwich to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £110 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 4m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £400 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Norwich to Manchester bus arrive?

Norwich to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham Centre - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Norwich to Manchester train arrive?

Norwich to Manchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Norwich to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Norwich to Manchester is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Norwich to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Norwich to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Norwich to Manchester?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 43m
£110–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Norwich to Birmingham Centre - Jennens Roadbus Uk083
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
7h 4m
£34–72
Drive 183.7 mi
1. Drive from Norwich to Manchestercar 183.7 mi
3h 42m
£45–65
Fly from Norwich International Airport
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NWI - MAN
5h 13m
£95–399
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Norwich to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 54m
£127–378

Norwich to Manchester by train

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Distance: 217.7 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Norwich, England and Manchester, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Norwich to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Norwich to Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Centre - Jennens Road and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 4m.

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