Cheap Train Tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester
For a train from Edinburgh to Manchester, you can find advance tickets for as low as £13.11, with fares typically averaging around £80.22. To secure the most affordable train ticket, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid peak times. For a wider selection of cheap train tickets, please check our train ticket calendar.
Edinburgh to Manchester Live Train Timetable
View rails from Edinburgh to Manchester today (24th Apr 2024) with train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. To obtain further information about trains today or on any other day, please refer to the timetable below.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
05:29 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 10:16 Manchester Victoria | On time | 4h 47m | TransPennine Express | Find Tickets | |
06:06 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 10:16 Manchester Victoria | On time | 4h 10m | CrossCountry | Find Tickets | |
06:12 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 09:22 Manchester Oxford Road | On time | 3h 10m | TransPennine Express | Find Tickets | |
06:52 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 10:19 Manchester Victoria | On time | 3h 27m | Avanti West Coast | Find Tickets | |
06:52 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 10:37 Manchester Oxford Road | On time | 3h 45m | Avanti West Coast | Find Tickets | |
06:52 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 10:39 Deansgate | On time | 3h 47m | Avanti West Coast | Find Tickets | |
07:04 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 11:16 Manchester Victoria | On time | 4h 12m | CrossCountry | Find Tickets | |
07:30 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 12:01 Manchester Victoria | On time | 4h 31m | LNER | Find Tickets | |
08:05 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 12:19 Manchester Victoria | On time | 4h 14m | CrossCountry | Find Tickets | |
08:12 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 11:22 Manchester Oxford Road | On time | 3h 10m | TransPennine Express | Find Tickets |
Edinburgh to Manchester Train Journey Information
Plan your journey from Edinburgh to Manchester with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
| First train | 05:29 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 23:45 |
| Departure station | Edinburgh |
| Arrival station | Manchester |
| Distance | 175 miles |
| Journey time | From 3h 10m |
| Price | From £13.11 |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern, ScotRail |
Edinburgh to Manchester Train Travel Guide
Train travel from Edinburgh to Manchester offers convenient and efficient commuting or exploration for passengers to enjoy timely arrivals. Consult our Train Journey Planner for a flawless travel experience.
Plan Your Train Journey
The train from Edinburgh to Manchester takes approximately 3h 10m. There are an average of 44 trains per day running from Edinburgh to Manchester. The first train departs at 05:29, while the last train leaves at 23:45. For more details, please refer to our Train Journey Planner and Timetable.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
You can travel from Edinburgh to Manchester with Split Ticket and Advance tickets. The average fare is about £80.22, with the cheapest fare at £13.11. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30. (Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00). Accurate ticket prices vary depending on the time of day, route, and class selected.
Train Stations
You can choose to start from Huddersfield,Preston (Lancs),Todmorden,Macclesfield,Crewe,Liverpool Lime Street,or Lancaster Station to Manchester by train.
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