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The cheapest and fastest buses from Norwich to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$44

Average price

$56

Fastest journey

9 h 10 m

Average duration

9 h 17 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

255 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Norwich to Manchester will cost around $56 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 Norwich to Manchester without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX491 · NX540
09:30AM9h30
Norwich, Bus Station
07:00PMManchester, Coach Station
$441One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX491 · NX540
01:30PM9h10
Norwich, Bus Station
10:40PMManchester, Coach Station
$441One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX727 · NX777 · NX120
07:15AM9h10
Norwich, Bus Station
04:25PMManchester, Coach Station
$801One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Norwich to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 12m. 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 €17, and a train costs an average of €47.

Distance: 157 miles (254 km)

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Train

€36

Average price

Cheapest

€113

Average price

7h 55m

Average total duration

7h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Norwich to Manchester bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, July 16
Last updated at 5:08 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX727 · NX777 · NX120
On time
6:15 AM Norwich, Bus Station
9h10
3:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2 transfers
national_expressNX491 · NX540
Delayed
4:35 PM 8:30 AMNorwich, Bus Station
9h30
6:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX491 · NX540
Delayed
4:35 PM 12:30 PMNorwich, Bus Station
9h10
9:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Norwich to Manchester

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Buses from Norwich to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) 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 25m
Cheapest ticket price
$21 (€17)
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
8h 25m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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

Bus companies: National Express and Megabus from Norwich to Manchester

Travel from Norwich to Manchester from $5 (€4) with Omio’s bus partners National Express and Megabus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

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 Norwich - Manchester 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.

National Express from Norwich to Manchester bus information:

  • Average Duration: 8 h 30 min
  • Cheapest Price: $25

FAQs: Bus from Norwich to Manchester

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Popular bus stations from Norwich to Manchester

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Manchester
The major bus station for departures in Norwich is Norwich, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Norwich, Bus Station for your trip from Norwich to Manchester.
The major bus station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange for your trip to Manchester from Norwich.
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information
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
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Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
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WCWC
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
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Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Terminal Road North
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport

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