The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£139
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £139 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 42 trains that leave Norwich station (NRW) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 14 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.
C0439516:524h43Norwich station (NRW)21:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£511One-way0 changes
C2181010:524h43Norwich station (NRW)15:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£561One-way0 changes
C2180314:524h43Norwich station (NRW)19:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£561One-way0 changes
C215907:554h40Norwich station (NRW)12:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£631One-way0 changes
C0447415:484h48Norwich station (NRW)20:36Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£631One-way0 changes
C21810+
W84692+
G8017610:524h13Norwich station (NRW)15:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1421One-way2 changes
C21809+
W84702+
G8017912:524h13Norwich station (NRW)17:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1421One-way2 changes
C21811+
W84680+
G801738:524h13Norwich station (NRW)13:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1421One-way2 changes
C21803+
W84714+
G8018314:524h13Norwich station (NRW)19:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1421One-way2 changes
C21812+
W84667+
G801716:514h14Norwich station (NRW)11:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1421One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £283.
Distance: 255 km
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£68 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £480 Average Price |
4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33172+ P01225+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | Delayed 9:16 6:55Norwich station (NRW) | 6h07 | 13:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P67063+ W33294+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 8:25 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h24 | 13:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P67068+ W33142+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 9:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h19 | 14:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C04443 | On time 9:56 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h40 | 14:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P67078+ W33161+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 10:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h08 | 15:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C04446 | On time 10:56 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h40 | 15:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04446+ G80178+ W84690 | On time 10:56 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h12 | 15:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P67088+ W33166+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 11:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h08 | 16:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P76856 · P01504+ G08111+ G16021 | On time 11:25 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h30 | 16:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
P67098+ W33189+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 12:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h14 | 17:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C21589 | On time 12:56 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h40 | 17:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21589+ G80181+ W84703 | On time 12:56 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h12 | 17:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P67108+ W33054+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 13:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h10 | 18:10 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C04455 | On time 13:50 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h46 | 18:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P67118+ W33119+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 14:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h14 | 19:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C21592 | On time 14:56 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h40 | 19:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21592+ G80184+ W84716 | On time 14:56 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h12 | 19:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W33299+ P67127+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | Delayed 16:48 15:00Norwich station (NRW) | 5h11 | 20:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C04394 | On time 15:56 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h36 | 20:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P01301+ W33187+ Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+ C37311 | On time 16:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h44 | 20:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
C03885+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+ W34147 | 5:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h44 | 9:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C03887+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+ W34070 | 5:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h49 | 10:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C21804 | 5:48 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h47 | 10:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21812+ G80171+ W84667 | 6:51 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h14 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C21812 | 6:51 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h44 | 11:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P01223+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+ W34059 | 7:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h05 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
P01228+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+ W34102 | 7:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h49 | 12:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 18:00 |
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FAQs: Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Norwich station (NRW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Norwich station (NRW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Norwich to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Norwich station (NRW) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Norwich from Norwich city centre
Norwich train station facilities and services
Norwich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Norwich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: 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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.




