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Manchester to Norbury by train

First train

06:00

Last train

21:30

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Norbury

Journey time

From 3h 23m

Distance

169 miles (271 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London Overground, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern

Taking the train from Manchester to Norbury in 3 hours 23 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to Norbury? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 37 minutes to travel the 169 miles (271 km) from Manchester to Norbury by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 23 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Norbury. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Manchester to Norbury in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Norbury by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Manchester to Norbury? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Manchester to Norbury take?

The average journey time by train between Manchester and Norbury is 4 hours and 37 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Manchester and Norbury by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester to Norbury is 3 hours and 23 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Manchester to Norbury?

No, there are no direct train services from Manchester to Norbury. Travelling from Manchester to Norbury by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Manchester to Norbury leave?

The first train from Manchester to Norbury leaves at 06:00. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Manchester to Norbury leave?

The last train from Manchester to Norbury leaves at 21:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Manchester and Norbury by train?

Trains travelling from Manchester to Norbury cover a distance of around 169 miles (271 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Norbury to Manchester.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Norbury

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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