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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Haymarket | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Oxford Road | Haymarket | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Oxford Road | Waverley | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Oxford Road | Waverley | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Haymarket | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Edinburgh?
Edinburgh
- ABoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
- BRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- CEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- DEdinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Train Companies
Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at £26
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Edinburgh by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh start from £26. The average price for this train route is around £59. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Edinburgh is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 175 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 3m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Manchester to Edinburgh departs at 08:04. And the latest train departs at 20:56.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Edinburgh was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £43 to £208 for a train ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £43, which is on 2025-12-16.
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