4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Manchester
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 43 trains that leave Edinburgh for Manchester on Mon, Aug 03, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W34268+
C043824:52 PM3h45Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:37 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€361One-way1 transfer- W33861+
P242366:52 PM3h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:40 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€391One-way1 transfer 
W848778:12 PM3h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:21 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€411One-way0 transfers- W00587+P285112:52 PM3h17Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:09 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€451One-way1 transfer
- W34268+G898344:52 PM3h17Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:09 PMDeansgate (DGT)€451One-way1 transfer
- W848778:12 PM3h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:21 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€411One-way0 transfers
- W8491212:12 PM3h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€751One-way0 transfers
- W849018:12 AM3h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€751One-way0 transfers
- W849182:12 PM3h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€711One-way0 transfers
- W848966:12 AM3h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€751One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €166.
Distance: 282 km
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€63 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €297 Average price |
4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Manchester trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33350+W84874 | On time 6:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h12 | 10:03 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W33350+G89842 | On time 6:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h20 | 11:11 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| W33350+L89510 | On time 6:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h07 | 10:58 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33350+P24228 | On time 6:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h41 | 10:32 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
W33350+ W43625 | On time 6:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h48 | 10:39 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
 G08170+C24945 | 5:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h41 | 9:18 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84896 | 6:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h10 | 9:22 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02042+G16013 | 6:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h48 | 10:18 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34265+W84899 | 6:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h30 | 10:22 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W34265+G89836 | 6:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h47 | 10:39 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
 W29868+G16071 | 7:03 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h06 | 11:09 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C02002+C24952 | 7:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h48 | 11:18 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84901 | 8:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h10 | 11:22 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02015+C24954 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h48 | 12:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C02015+C24587 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h15 | 12:45 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W33933+W84903 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h30 | 12:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W33933+G89850 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h47 | 12:39 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| G01148+G15812 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h04 | 1:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W85785 · G15907 | 9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h10 | 1:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C02006+G15907 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h48 | 1:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W85787 · G15922 | 10:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h10 | 2:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84907 | 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h11 | 1:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34060+W84908 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h30 | 2:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W34060+G89863 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h47 | 2:39 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| G80055+G15833 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h09 | 3:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C02029+G15900 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h49 | 3:19 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84912 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h10 | 3:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34124+P28507 | 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h17 | 4:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| G01161+G15813 | 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h04 | 5:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C02014+C24969 | 1:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h48 | 5:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84918 | 2:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h10 | 5:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W00587+P28511 | 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h17 | 6:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| G80080+G89005+W85310 | 3:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h10 | 7:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G80080+G15817 | 3:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h09 | 7:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C01988+C24975 | 3:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h48 | 7:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84923 | 4:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h11 | 7:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02066+W84727 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h35 | 9:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W34268+G89834 | 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h17 | 8:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34268+C04382 | 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h45 | 8:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| G01170+G15808 | 5:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h04 | 9:08 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C01989+C24980 | 5:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h51 | 9:21 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84928 | 6:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h11 | 9:23 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Manchester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Manchester
Most Edinburgh to Manchester trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Which Manchester station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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