Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Oxford Road Trains From £12.10*

Ditch the traffic jams for uninterrupted views of mountains, valleys and the stunning Lake District on the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Oxford Road. TransPennine Express runs trains between the vibrant cities every two hours - and the journey’s only 3 hours and 10 minutes.

TransPennine Express offers train routes across regions, towns and cities in Scotland and the North of England. Stations include York, East Linton and Wigan North Western.

Departing from Edinburgh (Waverley)

Edinburgh Waverley station is your starting point for trains to Manchester. Conveniently located in the city centre on Princes Street, plenty of Lothian buses stop by Exit 1 of the station. Taxis are available from Market Street and Waverley Bridge.

Apart from the Edinburgh to Manchester train, direct services also link the Scottish capital to other parts of the country as well as the South of England, right down to Penzance. Other stops include Newcastle, Stirling and Bristol Temple Meads. TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway (LNER), and Caledonian Sleeper operate trains.

Main stops

Your Edinburgh to Manchester train may also call at Carlisle, Lancaster and Preston. Stops vary based on the train-operating company, service and route.

Arriving at Manchester Oxford Road

Trains from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Oxford Road take you to the southern part of Manchester’s city centre. The station is served by many local bus routes, including the free bus route 1 to/from areas such as Piccadilly and Spinningfields.

As the third busiest railway station in the city, Manchester Oxford Road has no shortage of frequent services to/from stations across England, Scotland and Wales. Hourly departures run to places like Nottingham, Liverpool, and Holyhead. TransPennine Express, Northern, East Midlands Railway (EMR) and Transport for Wales (TfW) operate the trains.

The Oxford Road neighbourhood blends old and new, with plenty of entertainment and dining spots a stone’s throw from the station. Don’t miss the street art on New Wakefield Street or the incredible galleries housed in Manchester Museum. You can also find iconic venues in the city’s cultural scene, including the Palace Theatre.

TransPennine Express train classes

• Standard Class: Enjoy comfortable seats, free Wi-Fi and power sockets (table seats and paired seating) in Standard Class. Some TransPennine Express trains also offer food and drink to purchase from the Express Café. It’s open on weekdays from 07:00 to 18:30 as well as weekends between 09:00 and 18:30. Buy cheap train tickets when you book ahead.
• First Class: Edinburgh to Manchester First Class carriages have a power socket at every seat. You’ll also get complimentary refreshments on board. The Express Plus restaurant is open from 07:00 to 18:30 Monday–Friday and between 09:00 and 18:30 on weekends.

TransPennine Express train travel advice

• Luggage: Bring two larger bags or suitcases (30 x 70 x 90 centimetres max.) and a smaller piece of hand luggage.
• Bicycles: You must reserve a bike space on TransPennine Express services. Devices like e-scooters aren’t allowed, and charging e-bikes on board is not permitted.
• Children: Two under-5s travel for free. 5–15-year-olds pay half the adult fare for most Advance tickets. Discounted tickets are also available for 16–17 Saver Railcard and Family and Friends Railcard holders. Pushchairs should be folded and stowed in the luggage racks or cycle area (when not occupied).
• Pets: Up to two pets are permitted. They should be on a lead or in a carrier at all times.
• Passenger Assist: If you need assistance (e.g., using a wheelchair space), get in touch with the Passenger Assist Team. Pre-booking is advised.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.,