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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Waverley | Manchester Piccadilly | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Haymarket | Manchester Piccadilly | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 21 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 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 £27
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Manchester by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester cost?
The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Manchester is £71. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to Manchester?
A train trip between Edinburgh and Manchester is around 3h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 175 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Edinburgh and Manchester?
The number of trains from Edinburgh to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Manchester?
When taking the train from Edinburgh to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Edinburgh to Manchester?
Trains travelling between Edinburgh and Manchester leave from Waverley or Haymarket and arrive at Shudehill.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Manchester was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £26 to £208 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2025-11-17.
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