How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Norwich?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Norwich start from $52. The average price for this train route is around $186. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Norwich?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Norwich is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 26m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Norwich route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Norwich?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Norwich at 7:43am. And the latest train departs at 6:43pm.

Train Manchester to Norwich from $49

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Norwich on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 28m	9:11pm	Norwich	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Manchester to Norwich on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 33m	8:16pm	Norwich	Cheapest
Train	4:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 28m	9:11pm	Norwich	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 29m	12:12pm	Norwich	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 29m	1:12pm	Norwich	No tags
Train	9:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 29m	2:12pm	Norwich	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:05 PM GMT.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Norwich. The journey takes about 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

4h 31mAverage Duration

158 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$52 - $192	Average Duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$36 - $36	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $52

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Norwich by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Norwich?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Norwich start from $52. The average price for this train route is around $186. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Norwich?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Norwich is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 26m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Norwich route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Norwich?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Norwich at 7:43am. And the latest train departs at 6:43pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/10

$65

12/11

$59

Today

$181

12/13

$49

12/14

$49

12/15

$60

12/16

$65

12/17

$53

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Norwich was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $49

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Norwich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $49 to $183 for a train ticket from Manchester to Norwich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-12-14.