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Explore cheap prices from Manchester to Edinburgh
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.
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Manchester to Edinburgh Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AED 123.92, with average prices for this route around AED 121.66.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Fri, May 30From AED 269.16
- Sat, May 31From AED 258.75
- Sun, Jun 1From AED 207.69
- Mon, Jun 2From AED 156.19
- Tue, Jun 3From AED 152.18
- Wed, Jun 4From AED 161.10
- Thu, Jun 5From AED 123.92
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
04:22 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:05 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 4h 43m, Changes required |   | Find Tickets |
04:57 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:26 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 3h 29m, Changes required |  | Find Tickets |
05:00 Manchester Victoria | 10:07 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 5h 7m, Changes required |  | Find Tickets |
06:26 Manchester Oxford Road | 09:41 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 3h 15m, Direct | | Find Tickets |
06:39 Deansgate | 10:18 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 3h 39m, Changes required |   | Find Tickets |
06:48 Manchester Oxford Road | 10:18 Paris | 3h 30m, Changes required |  | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Manchester to Edinburgh Train Route Details
First train
04:22
Last train
23:32
Journey time
3h 8m
Distance
282 km
Price
AED 123.92*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Edinburgh for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
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%
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
If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester to Edinburgh Train Ticket Types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak Tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
This is a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.