Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Manchester to Norwich?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Manchester to Norwich: National Express Assistance Priority seating Accessible toilets.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Manchester to Norwich?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Manchester to Norwich depends on the bus company: National Express You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Manchester to Norwich?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Manchester to Norwich: National Express Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Norwich

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$44

Average price

$48

Fastest journey

9 h 10 m

Average duration

9 h 25 m

Buses per day

Distance

255 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Norwich will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Manchester to Norwich without transferring at least once.

NX540 · NX491

11:45AM9h40

Manchester, Coach Station

09:25PMNorwich, Bus Station

$441One-way

1 transfer

NX540 · NX491

08:20AM9h10

Manchester, Coach Station

05:30PMNorwich, Bus Station

$531One-way

1 transfer

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Compare train and bus for Manchester to Norwich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €56.

Distance: 157 miles (254 km)

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Bus	Most popular Train
€38 Average price Cheapest	€129 Average price
7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Manchester to Norwich bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 9

Last updated at 3:23 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
NX540 · NX491	On time 7:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station	9h10	4:30 PM Norwich, Bus Station	1 transfer
NX540 · NX491	On time 10:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station	9h40	8:25 PM Norwich, Bus Station	1 transfer
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Overview: Bus from Manchester to Norwich

United Kingdom

Buses from Manchester to Norwich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

157 miles (254 km)

Average bus duration

7h 29m

Cheapest ticket price

$26 (€21)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

8h 30m

First bus

00:05

Last bus

23:55

Price information

Bus providers: National Express and Megabus from Manchester to Norwich

Buy your official National Express and Megabus bus tickets between Manchester and Norwich from $5 (€4) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Manchester - Norwich bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from Manchester to Norwich with National Express:

Average Duration: 9 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: $25

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Norwich

FAQs: Take the bus from Manchester to Norwich with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Norwich.

Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Norwich can start from as little as $24 (€19) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Manchester to Norwich is $49 (€39); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time to Norwich from Manchester is on average 8 h 30 min for the 157 mile (254 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Manchester to Norwich by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Manchester to Norwich leaves at 5: 15AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Manchester to Norwich leaves at 11: 40PM.

Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from Manchester to Norwich with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

Take the Manchester to Norwich bus with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the route to Norwich from Manchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which is located around 0.5 miles (833 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Norwich, Bus Station, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Norwich by bus is October.

You have options as you can travel from Manchester to Norwich 2 different ways: train or bus.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Manchester to Norwich:

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Manchester to Norwich for bus company National Express.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Manchester to Norwich depends on the bus company:

National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Manchester to Norwich, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Manchester to Norwich.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Manchester to Norwich:

National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Manchester to Norwich:

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Manchester to Norwich.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Manchester to Norwich with the following bus company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Manchester to Norwich with the following bus company: National Express.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Manchester to Norwich with the following bus company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Manchester to Norwich

Manchester

Norwich

The major bus station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Airport for your trip from Manchester to Norwich.

Manchester, Airport Wifi