The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Norwich
Cheapest price
€98
Average price
€150
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Norwich will cost around €150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €98.
Of the 10 trains that leave Manchester for Norwich on Sun, May 31, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 4 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C043694:43 PM4h46Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:29 PMNorwich station (NRW)€981One-way0 transfers
C0435612:44 PM4h28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:12 PMNorwich station (NRW)€1561One-way0 transfers
C043663:43 PM4h29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:12 PMNorwich station (NRW)€1561One-way0 transfers
C218082:43 PM4h29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:12 PMNorwich station (NRW)€1561One-way0 transfers
C043601:44 PM4h28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:12 PMNorwich station (NRW)€1561One-way0 transfers
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W847135:17 PM4h12Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:29 PMNorwich station (NRW)€1561One-way2 transfers
C0435612:44 PM4h28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:12 PMNorwich station (NRW)€1561One-way0 transfers
C043601:44 PM4h28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:12 PMNorwich station (NRW)€1561One-way0 transfers
C043663:43 PM4h29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:12 PMNorwich station (NRW)€1561One-way0 transfers
C218082:43 PM4h29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:12 PMNorwich station (NRW)€1561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €338.
Distance: 255 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€93 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €597 Average price |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Norwich trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00998+ W33607+ P01227+ Tube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street | On time 5:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h35 | 10:46 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 3 transfers | |
C04343+ P28309 | Delayed 6:40 AM 5:46 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h26 | 11:12 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 1 transfer | |
W33780+ G00804+ C04343 | On time 5:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h18 | 11:12 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 2 transfers | |
W33780+ P01231+ Tube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street | On time 5:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h24 | 11:18 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 2 transfers | |
W33660+ P01231+ Tube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street | On time 6:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h08 | 11:18 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 2 transfers | |
W84649+ C04343 | On time 6:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h59 | 11:12 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 1 transfer | |
W33668+ G00804+ C04343 | On time 6:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h42 | 11:12 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 2 transfers | |
W33668+ P01234+ Tube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street | On time 6:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h16 | 11:46 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 2 transfers | |
C04345 | On time 7:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h29 | 12:12 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04349 | On time 8:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h29 | 1:12 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Norwich
Trains from Manchester to Norwich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Trains from Manchester to Norwich: Journey Details
East Midland Trains operate a direct service from Manchester to Norwich. The weekday schedule starts with an early morning train and continues with hourly departures until early evening. Indirect trains offer earlier first departures, a later final departure and more options throughout the day. Most of these journeys require travelling via London, although an alternative involves taking a TransPennine Express service to Doncaster, changing to a Virgin Trains East Coast service to Grantham and then changing to an East Midland Trains connection to Norwich. The Sunday timetable features fewer direct trains, with the first leaving in the early afternoon and the final departure in the late afternoon.
Taking the Train from Manchester
Trains from Manchester to Norwich depart from Piccadilly or Oxford Road stations. Piccadilly is the city's main terminus, located on the eastern side of the centre. The station's public transport options include the Metrolink tram to the airport and destinations across the city, or the Metroshuttle free bus operating a circular route around the city centre. Oxford Road station is on the south side of the city centre. Metroshuttle services and city buses depart from the stops on Whitworth Street West. Both stations have taxi ranks.
Getting into Norwich by Train
Norfolk's major city is an attractive and historic destination, notable for its 11th-century cathedral, the highlight of several distinctive medieval buildings in Norwich. The narrow, atmospheric streets of the old town are full of independent shops, numerous bookstores and inviting pubs. Trains from Manchester to Norwich arrive at the main station, located to the south-east of the city centre. Buses depart from immediately outside the terminus or from stops on nearby Thorpe Road and Riverside Road. Taxis are available by the main entrance.
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Norwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Norwich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Norwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Norwich
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
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