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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Manchester
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €48
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €78
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 3 h 5 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 3 h 35 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 12
- 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 €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 12 trains from Edinburgh to Manchester, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.
G157908:14 PM 3h05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 11:19 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €48 1 One-way 0 transfers
W33350+
P242286:51 PM 3h41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 10:32 PM Deansgate (DGT) €50 1 One-way 1 transfer- W33350+G89842
6:51 PM 4h20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 11:11 PM Deansgate (DGT) €55 1 One-way 1 transfer - W33350+W84874
6:51 PM 3h12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 10:03 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €58 1 One-way 1 transfer - W84929+G89880
6:13 PM 3h37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 9:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €66 1 One-way 1 transfer
- G15790
8:14 PM 3h05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 11:19 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €48 1 One-way 0 transfers - W33350+W84874
6:51 PM 3h12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 10:03 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €58 1 One-way 1 transfer - W84929+G89880
6:13 PM 3h37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 9:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €66 1 One-way 1 transfer - W33350+P24228
6:51 PM 3h41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 10:32 PM Deansgate (DGT) €50 1 One-way 1 transfer - W33350+G89842
6:51 PM 4h20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 11:11 PM Deansgate (DGT) €55 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €12 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 2h 54m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
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 Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 K01987 · XC162700+G16002 | 9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h28 | 2:36 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
 C02004+TP018300 · G15929 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h22 | 2:52 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
| G80048+XC162600+C24604 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h36 | 3:36 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
| K01986 · XC162600+C24604 | On time 10:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h28 | 3:36 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
| TP018200 · G15869+C01940 | 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h22 | 3:52 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
| K01984 · XC162400+G16010 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h31 | 5:36 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
| C02008+TP018000 · G15873 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h22 | 5:52 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
| W84929+G89880 | 6:13 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h37 | 9:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W33350+W84874 | 6:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h12 | 10:03 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W33350+P24228 | 6:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h41 | 10:32 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| W33350+G89842 | 6:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h20 | 11:11 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| G15790 | 8:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h05 | 11:19 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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