Happy Black Friday! New to Omio? Get 15% off your first app booking. Valid until 03/12/2024.
15% discount applied on bookings with a total basket value up to 100 Euros.
Valid for first-time customers only
Only available on app bookings
This offer will end on 03/12/2024.
Limit one (1) coupon code per eligible booking. Cannot be combined, transferred or exchanged.
For full terms and conditions: https://www.omio.com/coupon

Manchester to Edinburgh train

Mon, Dec 02
+ Add return
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Dec 03

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Avanti West CoastG32032
12:08PM4h10
Deansgate (DGT)
04:18PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
661One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Avanti West CoastG31936
12:56PM3h22
Deansgate (DGT)
04:18PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
661One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastG30135
10:56AM3h23
Deansgate (DGT)
02:19PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
671One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastG37292
09:55AM4h24
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
02:19PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
671One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastG31579
12:09PM4h09
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
04:18PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
671One-way
2 transfers

Manchester to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 3
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Transpennine Express
C42798
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C42798
08:24AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)3h13 11:37AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express
G31933
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G31933
08:56AM Deansgate (DGT)4h36 01:32PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G31933
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G31933
08:56AM Deansgate (DGT)3h24 12:20PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C30035
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C30035
08:58AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4h23 01:21PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C30251
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C30251
08:59AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4h22 01:21PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
C30035
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C30035
09:15AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)4h06 01:21PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Transpennine Express
C42800
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C42800
09:24AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)4h08 01:32PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G37292
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G37292
09:55AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)4h24 02:19PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 transfers
Transpennine Express
G30134
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G30134
09:56AM Deansgate (DGT)3h36 01:32PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C30043
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C30043
09:58AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4h24 02:22PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Transpennine Express
C42806
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C42806
10:24AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)3h08 01:32PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast
G30135
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G30135
10:56AM Deansgate (DGT)3h23 02:19PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C30051
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C30051
11:02AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)4h22 03:24PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G32027
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G32027
11:08AM Deansgate (DGT)4h29 03:37PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C30051
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C30051
11:15AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)4h09 03:24PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Transpennine Express
C30160
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C30160
11:24AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)4h13 03:37PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G32032
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G32032
12:08PM Deansgate (DGT)4h10 04:18PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G31579
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G31579
12:09PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)4h09 04:18PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 transfers
Transpennine Express
G31579
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G31579
12:09PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)3h28 03:37PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Transpennine Express
C42812
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C42812
12:25PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)3h12 03:37PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast
G31936
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G31936
12:56PM Deansgate (DGT)3h22 04:18PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C30067
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express | C30067
01:02PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)4h21 05:23PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G31583
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G31583
01:09PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)4h31 05:40PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G31583
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G31583
01:09PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)5h12 06:21PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G32211
Northern RailNorthern Rail | G32211
01:14PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)4h26 05:40PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 transfers

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Edinburgh by train, bus, or flight

Mon
Dec 02
Tue
Dec 03
Wed
Dec 04
Thu
Dec 05
Fri
Dec 06
Sat
Dec 07
Sun
Dec 08
Mon
Dec 09
Tue
Dec 10
Wed
Dec 11
Thu
Dec 12
Fri
Dec 13
Sat
Dec 14
Sun
Dec 15
Mon
Dec 16
Tue
Dec 17
Wed
Dec 18
Thu
Dec 19
Fri
Dec 20
Sat
Dec 21
Sun
Dec 22

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The best time to book your train from Manchester to Edinburgh is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Manchester to Edinburgh route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Manchester to Edinburgh per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Manchester to Edinburgh.

Fastest train times from Manchester to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Dec 03

Fastest Journey

3 h 8 m

Average

4 h 2 m

Trains per day

25

Distance

282 km

Of the 25 trains that leave Manchester for Edinburgh every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Transpennine ExpressC42806
10:24AM3h08
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
01:32PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
691One-way
0 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC42812
12:25PM3h12
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
03:37PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
691One-way
0 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC42798
08:24AM3h13
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
11:37AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
731One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastG31936
12:56PM3h22
Deansgate (DGT)
04:18PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
661One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastG30135
10:56AM3h23
Deansgate (DGT)
02:19PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
671One-way
1 transfer

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Deutsche Bahn
Renfe
Italo
Renfe AVE

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Edinburgh

Trains from Manchester to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €13
Distance
281 km
Average train duration
3h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
1
Train providers
5
Fastest train
3h 13m
First train
01:22
Last train
22:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €13

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and East Coast trains Manchester to Edinburgh

Find the best trains to Edinburgh from Manchester with Omio's travel partners TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and East Coast from €33. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Manchester to Edinburgh train information with TransPennine Express:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 13 min
  • Cheapest Price: €33

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Edinburgh.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Edinburgh is €50; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Manchester and Edinburgh is on average 3 h 13 min   for the 281 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Edinburgh from Manchester by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to Edinburgh leaves at 01: 22. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to Edinburgh leaves at 22: 58.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh without having to change trains with TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. There is 1 direct train from Manchester to Edinburgh each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Manchester to Edinburgh train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Manchester to Edinburgh to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 58.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (767 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Edinburgh from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 13 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Edinburgh is July.
You have options as you can travel between Manchester and Edinburgh 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

Popular train stations from Manchester to Edinburgh

Manchester
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Edinburgh.
Manchester AirportWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibility
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Manchester Oxford RoadParkingDiningAccessibility
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your journey to Edinburgh from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
  • Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
  • Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
  • Metro: No metro available.
HomeTrainsTrain Times to EdinburghManchester to Edinburgh train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone
Currency
Language