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

The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Greater Manchester is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Norwich to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Norwich and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Norwich to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Norwich and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Peterborough and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Norwich to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Norwich and Greater Manchester is 226 miles. The road distance is 184.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Norwich to Greater Manchester without a car is to train via Peterborough which takes 4h 51m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Norwich to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Greater Manchester train from?

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

Train or fly from Norwich to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Norwich to Greater Manchester is to train via Peterborough which takes 4h 51m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £90 - £460 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Norwich to Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Norwich to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Norwich to Greater Manchester is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Norwich to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3640+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Norwich to Greater Manchester by train, car, or plane

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Train via Peterborough
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
4h 51m
£89–165
Drive 183.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Norwich to Greater Manchestercar 183.4 mi
3h 43m
£45–65
Fly from Norwich International Airport
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NWI - MAN
5h 37m
£92–452
Train
1. Take the train from Norwich to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 10m
£114–166
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
5h 19m
£129–382

Norwich to Greater Manchester by train and bus

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.1 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Norwich to St Mary's via Peterborough, Doncaster, Manchester Oxford Road, and Oxford Road Station in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, KLM and Ryanair fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 4 times a day.

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