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Trains from Manchester Stations to Norwich (NRW)

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21

train journeys
per day

158

miles (255 kms)

4hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

00:01 / 00:54

first / last train

10

direct trains

7

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Norwich (NRW)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Norwich , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Norwich is approximately 158 miles (255 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 42 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Norwich.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Norwich Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:01
    8 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:42
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:05
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:12
    4 hrs 58 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:10
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 31 mins Direct
    12:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:43
    4 hrs 31 mins Direct
    13:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:43
    4 hrs 36 mins Direct
    14:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:43
    4 hrs 26 mins Direct
    15:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:43
    4 hrs 28 mins Direct
    16:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:43
    4 hrs 28 mins Direct
    17:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    18:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:43
    4 hrs 29 mins Direct
    19:12
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:43
    4 hrs 35 mins Direct
    20:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:43
    4 hrs 28 mins Direct
    21:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:15
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    22:36
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:43
    4 hrs 32 mins Direct
    23:15
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:15
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    00:13
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Norwich
    Manchester Piccadilly to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:19
    8 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Norwich
    Manchester Victoria to Norwich
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:23
    9 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Manchester Victoria
    Norwich
    Manchester Victoria to Norwich

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Norwich Station

Station name Norwich (NRW)
Address Norwich station, Station Approach, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:45 - 20:45
Saturday 04:45 - 20:45
Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and Norwich

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Norwich by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Norwich vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:54.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and Norwich typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and Norwich can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Norwich

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Norwich.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Stations and Norwich, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.