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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

Cheapest train of the day
PHP 4,487.29
09:0914:19
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PHP 4,487.29
Fri6Jun
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 3,305.91
04:5710:18
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PHP 3,305.91
Sat7Jun
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 4,482.75
09:0814:25
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PHP 4,482.75
Sun8Jun
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 2,859.68
04:5710:18
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PHP 2,859.68
Mon9Jun
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 2,468.65
06:3912:20
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PHP 2,468.65
Tue10Jun
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 1,928.64
23:2010:18
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PHP 1,928.64
Wed11Jun
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 2,264.45
06:3910:18
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PHP 2,264.45
Thu12Jun
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Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.

Manchester to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh, starting from PHP 1,928.64 and averaging PHP 1,856.33. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 8m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Fri, Jun 6
    From PHP 4,487.29
  • Sat, Jun 7
    From PHP 3,305.91
  • Sun, Jun 8
    From PHP 4,482.75
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From PHP 2,859.68
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From PHP 2,468.65
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From PHP 1,928.64
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From PHP 2,264.45
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:22
Manchester Piccadilly
09:05
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 43m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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04:57
Manchester Piccadilly
08:26
Edinburgh (Waverley)
3h 29m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressScotRail
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05:00
Manchester Victoria
10:07
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 7m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressLumo
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06:26
Manchester Oxford Road
09:41
Edinburgh (Waverley)
3h 15m, DirectTransPennine Express
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06:39
Deansgate
10:18
Edinburgh (Waverley)
3h 39m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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06:48
Manchester Oxford Road
10:18
Paris
3h 30m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast
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Manchester to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:22
Last train
Last train
23:59
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
3h 8m
Distance
Distance
282 km
Price
Price
PHP 1,928.64*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Manchester to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Edinburgh Train Ticket Types

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