How to get from
Manchester to Edinburgh
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Compare prices to get from Manchester to Edinburgh
€20|3h 8m
€41|4h 30m
€16|6h 21m
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€46
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€31
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Northern12:08
4h 10m
16:18
DeansgateEdinburgh (Waverley)
€46
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TransPennine Express10:24
3h 8m
13:32
Manchester Oxford RoadEdinburgh (Waverley)
€83
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Northern12:56
3h 22m
16:18
DeansgateEdinburgh (Waverley)
€46
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1 stop
Northern14:56
3h 24m
18:20
DeansgateEdinburgh (Waverley)
€46
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- Prices shown from Manchester to Edinburgh are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare flights, trains, and buses from Manchester to Edinburgh
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh costs only €30 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 16m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price
€38
Average duration
4h 10m
Departure time
17:45 - 16:18
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Flights
Fastest
Average price
€67
Average duration
3h 16m
Departure time
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Buses
Cheapest
Average price
€30
Average duration
8h 38m
Departure time
20:35 - 08:05
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Manchester to Edinburgh?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Manchester to Edinburgh is Wednesday, with an average price of €32.
€38
€35
€32
€29
What is the cheapest day to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh is Tuesday, with an average price of €17.
€25
€21
€17
€13
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Find departure & arrival points near Manchester and Edinburgh
Popular train stations near Manchester
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Oxford Road
New Islington (Metrolink)
Manchester Central Zone
Ardwick
Popular train stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Haymarket
Slateford
Brunstane
Kingsknowe
Popular airports near Manchester
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
Nearby
Popular airports near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Dundee Airport (DND)
Nearby
Popular bus stations near Manchester
Manchester Central Coach Station
Manchester Chorlton St
Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
Manchester Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Shudehill Bus Stop NN
Popular bus stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station
Edinburgh North Bridge
Edinburgh Waverly Bridge Stop WA
Edinburgh Waterloo Place
Edinburgh Leith Street Stop JA
How to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh: FAQs
How far is it from Manchester to Edinburgh?
It’s about 297 km (185 mi) from Manchester to Edinburgh.How do I get from Manchester to Edinburgh?
You can travel from Manchester to Edinburgh in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.What’s the fastest way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The fastest way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh is by Flights, with an average journey time of 3 hours 16 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 4h 10m.Buses takes on average 8h 38m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh is by Buses, with an average price of €30. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around €38 on avergae.Flights costs around €67 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Manchester and Edinburgh?
For trips between Manchester and Edinburgh, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Manchester Airport and arrive at Edinburgh Airport; Trains depart from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive at Edinburgh (Waverley); Buses depart from Manchester Central Coach Station and arrive at Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station.How far in advance should I book tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Manchester to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Wednesday, with an average fare of €32. Flights from Manchester to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of €17Are Manchester and Edinburgh in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Manchester and Edinburgh.