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Norwich - Norwich East Anglia University
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Manchester - Airport (MAN)
Cheapest
Fastest
2:15PM
6h25m
8:40PM
Norwich - Norwich East Anglia University
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Manchester - Shudehill
2nd Cheapest
2:05PM
5h55m
8:00PM
Norwich - Norwich Bus Station
Manchester - Airport (MAN)
2:05PM
6h35m
8:40PM
Norwich - Norwich Bus Station
Manchester - Shudehill
Bus Norwich to Manchester: Trip Overview

Bus Norwich to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$36
Average bus trip duration5h 55m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure2:05 PM
Distance159 miles (255 km)
Latest bus departure2:15 PM

Norwich to Manchester Buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:05PM - 2:15PM
Minimum Price$30
Average Ticket Price$36
Minimum Trip Duration5h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration5h55m
Distance159 miles (255 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteMegabus UK
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Norwich - Manchester

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are practical and eco-friendly ways to reach Manchester. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from Norwich to Manchester takes around 5h 55m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 5h 45m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 159 miles (255 km) that separate the two cities.

Norwich and Manchester are 159 miles (255 km) apart.

On average, there are 3 daily departures on this route, offered by Megabus UK. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Norwich to Manchester may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Norwich to Manchester as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 2:05 PM for the initial departure and runs until 2:15 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Norwich to Manchester start their journey at Chancellors Dr and wind up at Shudehill. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Norwich to Manchester by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $33.

The bus ticket costs $36 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $33 and $51, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Manchester, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Chill Factore, City Centre Cruises, Chinatown, John Rylands Library and Manchester United Musuem and Tour Centre.

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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Norwich to Manchester was searched and found on Apr 20, 2024 with a price of $30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Norwich to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $33 for a bus ticket from Norwich to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2024-04-20.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Norwich to Manchester but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Norwich to Manchester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Norwich to Manchester will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Norwich to Manchester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Norwich to Manchester?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time5h 55mAvg Price$36Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time4h 40mAvg Price$83Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Norwich and Manchester is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $36 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $33. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Manchester, choose the bus, as it will take you from Norwich to Manchester in about 4h 40m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Norwich by bus?

Bus from Manchester to Norwich

You can also go to Manchester by train

Train from Norwich to Manchester

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