How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh start at $25. The average price for this train route is around $109. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The average train trip from Manchester to Edinburgh takes 3h 13m and covers 283 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 3m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The earliest train from Manchester to Edinburgh departs at 7:45am. The latest train departs at 11:44pm.

Train Manchester to Edinburgh from $26

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:22pm	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 13m	11:35pm	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 3m	1:27pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	8:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 13m	11:37am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 13m	11:37am	Waverley	No tags
Train	10:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 8m	1:32pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:22pm	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 13m	11:35pm	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 3m	1:27pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	8:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 13m	11:37am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 13m	11:37am	Waverley	No tags
Train	10:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 8m	1:32pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:21pm	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 10m	3:31pm	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 3m	1:27pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	8:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 13m	11:37am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 13m	11:37am	Waverley	No tags
Train	10:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 8m	1:32pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:22pm	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 13m	11:35pm	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 3m	1:27pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	8:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 13m	11:37am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 13m	11:37am	Waverley	No tags
Train	10:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 8m	1:32pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:24pm	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 9m	9:33pm	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 3m	1:27pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	8:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 8m	11:32am	Haymarket	No tags
Train	8:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 8m	11:32am	Haymarket	No tags
Train	10:24am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 3m	1:27pm	Haymarket	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Edinburgh on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:26pm	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 13m	11:39pm	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	12:30pm	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 3m	3:33pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	10:30am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 13m	1:43pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	10:30am	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 13m	1:43pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	4:30pm	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 9m	7:39pm	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:15 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

282 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $137	Average Duration7h 19m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$25 - $403	Average Duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$44 - $66	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Edinburgh?

Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Edinburgh

A
Waverley
Boots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
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B
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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C
Gateway
Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
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D
Edinburgh Park
Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
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E
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Train companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi5

Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $25

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Edinburgh by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh start at $25. The average price for this train route is around $109. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The average train trip from Manchester to Edinburgh takes 3h 13m and covers 283 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 3m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Manchester to Edinburgh departs at 7:45am. The latest train departs at 11:44pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-24

$116

01-25

$134

Today

$100

01-27

$72

01-28

$100

01-29

$94

01-30

$80

01-31

$47

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Edinburgh was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $47

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

You can expect to pay from $47 to $386 for a train ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2026-01-31.