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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€78
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 17 trains that leave Edinburgh for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Sat, Aug 22, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 22 the direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
On Sat, Aug 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.
W33385+
G898496:52 PM3h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:15 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€391One-way1 transfer
W849276:11 PM3h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€471One-way0 transfers- W33762+W849212:52 PM3h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€561One-way1 transfer
C02061+W846336:30 PM4h35Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:05 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€611One-way1 transfer- W848976:13 AM3h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:26 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€611One-way0 transfers
- W848976:13 AM3h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:26 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€611One-way0 transfers
- W8491312:11 PM3h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€711One-way0 transfers
- W849276:11 PM3h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€471One-way0 transfers
- W849254:11 PM3h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:26 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€711One-way0 transfers
- W849008:11 AM3h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:26 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€751One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €106.
Distance: 282 km
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4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Friday, August 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33933+ C04359 | Delayed 7:52 AM 8:52 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h49 | 12:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W84907 | On time 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h15 | 1:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34060+C04365 | On time 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h49 | 2:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W34060+L89265 · G89863 | On time 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h53 | 2:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
G80055+ W29935+C21810 | On time 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h35 | 3:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W85790 · C24965 · C24726 | On time 12:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h29 | 4:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W84912 | On time 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h14 | 3:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34124+W84915 | On time 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h34 | 4:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W34124+C04372 | On time 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h49 | 4:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G80067+W85292+G88995 | On time 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h10 | 5:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W84918 | On time 2:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h14 | 5:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84918+G89825 | On time 2:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h03 | 6:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W00587+W84922 | On time 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h34 | 6:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W85796 · C24979 · G15847 | On time 4:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h29 | 8:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W84923 | On time 4:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h15 | 7:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34268+G89834 | On time 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h23 | 8:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W84928 | On time 6:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h14 | 9:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33801+G89849 | On time 6:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h23 | 10:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| C02033+G15941 | On time 7:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 11:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W84877 | On time 8:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h13 | 11:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01960+G15945 · TP034400 | On time 9:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h35 | 5:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 22 | |||||
| W84897 | 6:13 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h13 | 9:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33686+W84898 | 6:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h34 | 10:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W33686+G89836 · L89253 | 6:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h53 | 10:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W84900 | 8:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h15 | 11:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02016+W84679 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h35 | 1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W33693+C04361 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h49 | 12:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W33693+L89259 · G89850 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h53 | 12:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 7:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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.
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.
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