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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Waverley | Manchester Airport | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Haymarket | Manchester Oxford Road | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Manchester Oxford Road | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Manchester Oxford Road | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Manchester Oxford Road | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Edinburgh and Manchester?
Edinburgh
- ARosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- BBoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
- CEdinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- DEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Train Companies
Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 124
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Manchester 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 Edinburgh to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester start from PEN 124. The average price for this train route is around PEN 271. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Manchester?
The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Manchester is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 177 miles (285 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Manchester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 22 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to Manchester?
The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Manchester at 8:11am. And the latest train departs at 8:19pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Manchester was searched and found on Apr 30, 2026 with a price of PEN 131To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 131 to PEN 1,034 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 131 which is on 2026-04-30.
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