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

The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Manchester is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 42m.

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 £45 - £65.

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 £100 - £160.

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 train from?

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

Train or fly from Norwich to Manchester?

The best way to get from Norwich to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £90 - £390 and takes 5h 12m.

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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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Norwich to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Norwich to Manchester by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 43m
£100–160
Drive 183.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Norwich to Manchestercar 183.7 mi
3h 42m
£46–66
Fly from Norwich International Airport
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NWI - MAN
5h 12m
£95–389
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
£126–376

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 £100–160 and the journey takes 4h 43m. Alternatively, KLM and Ryanair fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 4 times a day.

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