The cheapest and fastest trains from Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester
Cheapest price
£127
Average price
£127
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester will cost around £127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £127.
Of the 1 trains that leave Attleborough, Norfolk for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 49 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £126. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £126, and a flight costs an average of £389.
Distance: 243 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£127 Average Price Cheapest | £476 Average Price |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:09 Attleborough | 4h26 | 10:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:04 Attleborough | 4h31 | 20:35 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:10 Attleborough | 4h58 | 23:08 Manchester | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester
Trains from Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £126 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:44, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 243 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £126 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 02:44 |
Last train 19:47 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Attleborough, Norfolk and Manchester from £126. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Attleborough, Norfolk to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Attleborough, Norfolk and Manchester
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at Station entrance
- 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.
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