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Buses and taxis are the most preferred means of transportation from the city centre to the airport. For a luxurious and comfortable journey through Norwich’s beautiful streets to the airport, travellers can rent a vehicle.

Taxi

Taxis are the fastest mode of transportation from the airport to the city centre, with the journey lasting nearly 15 minutes. As buses from the airport are not available after midnight, taxis become the only viable alternative for travellers. You could book a taxi to greet you at the airport at your predetermined arrival time.

Bus

Both public and privately-owned buses provide airport transfer services that can reach the airport in approximately 30 minutes. While private bus route 501 departs from the city centre to the airport every 15 minutes, public bus routes 42, 43, 44, X44, and 45 pick up passengers from bus stations every 20 minutes. 

Car Rental

The car rental option is among the least preferred modes of transportation to the airport because of the cost and risk associated to it. Travellers that want to hire a vehicle with a driver can find chauffeur car hire services by searching online.

Airport Information

Norwich International Airport is a single storey airport that is located 6 kilometres from the city centre. There are two main meeting points in the terminal. There are several restaurants and cafes serving hot and cold food, as well as snacks. You can find tasty food and drink options at the airport’s Cafe Oasis, Costa Coffee and The Yard of Ale.

Computer and Wi-Fi services are available in the airport’s resting rooms and waiting areas. Free wireless internet is available throughout the airport. Bureau de change (currency exchange) offices are open until 17.00 for transaction needs. WH Smith, Eclipse Duty Free and Skylines are some of the airport stores you can purchase goods.  

Manchester Airport was ranked the 3^rd busiest airport in the UK, in terms of passenger traffic, in 2015. It is a major international airport operating both domestic and international flights out of 3 passenger terminals. The airport offers a range of services aimed at meeting passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.

There are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from Manchester Airport, including taxi, bus, train, tram, bicycle, and rental car. The airport is located 15 km from the city center, so any method you choose will be a convenient and quick option.  

Taxi

Taking a taxi from the airport to the city center is quite convenient and fast. Taxis are readily available outside of the terminal exits once you land. A taxi to the city center from the airport should take less than 30 minutes, under normal traffic conditions, and cost around 20-30 pounds. The airport also features private hire taxis through the company Arrow Cars. This service can accommodate up to 8 passengers and provides comfortable and reliable transportation to the city.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Manchester Airport is by bus. Buses depart from The Station, Manchester Airport’s ground transport interchange. Buses are an affordable and convenient way to get to the city. There are 9 different bus routes that operate between the airport and the city. The bus you need to take will depend on your destination in the city.

Train

Trains are another affordable and convenient method of transportation to get to the city from the airport. Trains depart from the Manchester Airport railway station, which is located at The Station. Trains operate every day of the week and run every 10 minutes. A train from the airport to the city center takes about 20 minutes.

Tram

There is a Metrolink station at the airport for those who want to take the tram to the city center. The tram is accessible from The Station and provides convenient transportation to the city. Trams operates every day of the week and run every 12-15 minutes and provide comfortable transportation to many parts of the city.

Bicycle

Manchester Airport places great emphasis on the use of bicycles as an environmentally friendly transportation alternative. There are designated bike paths between the airport and the city center and special parking areas for bicycles at the airport. Thanks to these paths and cycle bays passengers can ride their bikes to and from the airport.

Rental Car

Another transportation alternative to get to the city is by rental car. Renting a car is also a great way to get around in the city and explore the surrounding areas during your trip. There are various rental car offices located at the airport. Since the airport is located 15 km away, you can enjoy a comfortable drive to the city center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Europcar, Enterprise, Hertz and Sixt.