Trains from Edinburgh to Manchester

Edinburgh to Manchester train information

Which train company can I use?

The journey from Edinburgh, situated in Scotland and Manchester, which is in England is well connected by trains. The trains are run by the following rail operators: TransPennine Express.

How long is the train?

Using the train is a quick and convenient way to get to Manchester from Edinburgh. The average journey time from Edinburgh to Manchester is 3h27m to cover the 175 miles.

How much does it costs?

Based on our data, the lowest price to travel in the next 180 days is £21.16. This fare is based on an adult fare and is not including the savings you can make with a discount card.

Best prices for Edinburgh to Manchester train tickets

Edinburgh - Manchester prices calendar

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Train times Edinburgh to Manchester

When are the next trains to Manchester?

The table above only shows the remaining services for today and will display a maximum of 10 train departures.

See all departures: Today / Tomorrow

Based on our data, 18 trains from Edinburgh to Manchester are available today and 0 tomorrow. The first Edinburgh Manchester train leaves at 05:29 while the last train leaves the station at 20:12. The first and last departure hours can vary every day and there can be less trains during weekends as well as bank holidays. Train companies can as well adjust the number of trains during school holidays or depending on the demand.

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Cost of the train when booking in advance or at the last minute

The table above is based on the best prices found over the last six months depending on how much time in advance the train is bought. Buying your train from Edinburgh to Manchester in advance should enable you to spend less for your trip.

We found tickets available from £20 when booking your ticket 15 days in advance which is 54% cheaper than the best ticket we found when buying your ticket on the day you're travelling.

Best prices for Edinburgh to Manchester trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Edinburgh and Manchester by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Manchester to Edinburgh and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

Discount Edinburgh - Manchester train tickets

Looking to travel for less? Many railcards and discounts are available to spend less for your Edinburgh Manchester train ticket and save even more money on your tickets: special train fares for children, railcards for all ages, group travel, or charity discount. There are several types of railcards available: 16-25 railcard, Two together railcard, Family and Friends Railcard, Senior railcard, Disabled persons railcard.

Why should I buy a railcard?

The main benefit of getting a railcard is that you only need a few trips to earn as much money as you spent.

You will need to pay at least £88 of train tickets across the whole year for the railcard to pay for itsfel. It corresponds to the price of the card, thirty pounds, divided by the saving, thirty four percent. On every train that you book after that, you will make savings.

For instance, train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester cost on average £72.89 (1). By dividing £88 by £72.89 (£88/£72.89 = 1.21), it appears that after only 2 one way trips from Manchester to Edinburgh, the card will have paid for itself.

How much do I need to pay for a railcard?

All railcards cost £30 except the Disabled persons railcard that costs £20. Railcards enable you to get 34% off most train fares, so you will save 1/3 on most rail fares.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey