Trains tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh

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TodayApr 12
from $90
TomorrowApr 13
from $146
MonApr 14
from $64
TueApr 15
WedApr 16
from $58
ThuApr 17
from $69
FriApr 18
from $68
SatApr 19

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 13 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Airport
    Arrival time: April 13 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 13 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Airport
    Arrival time: April 13 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 13 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Airport
    Arrival time: April 13 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 13 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Airport
    Arrival time: April 13 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 13 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Airport
    Arrival time: April 13 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Manchester to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$76
Average train trip duration3h 14m
Number of daily trains16
Earliest train departure7:04am
Distance183 miles (294 km)
Latest train departure8:25pm

Manchester to Edinburgh Trains

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/10
$84
04/11
$84
Today
$89
04/13
$146
04/14
$64
04/15
No data
04/16
$58
04/17
$68
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Edinburgh was searched and found on Apr 16, 2025 with a price of $58

To 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 $58 to $182 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 $58 which is on 2025-04-16.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Manchester to Edinburgh is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Edinburgh, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Manchester and Edinburgh compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Manchester to Edinburgh while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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