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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester, 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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139,94 kr
Mon1Dec
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137,44 kr
Tue2Dec
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144,31 kr
Wed3Dec
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131,82 kr
Thu4Dec
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144,31 kr
Fri5Dec
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139,94 kr
Sat6Dec
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174,92 kr
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Edinburgh to Manchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 131,82 kr, with average prices for this route around 201,41 kr. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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20:12
3 timme 9 minut, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
23:21
Manchester Oxford Road
TransPennine Express
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21:00
10 timme 10 minut, Changes required
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:10
+1
Manchester Victoria
LNERTransPennine Express
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21:00
11 timme 20 minut, Changes required
Edinburgh (Waverley)
08:20
+1
Manchester Victoria
LNERTransPennine Express
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22:58
9 timme 25 minut, Changes required
Edinburgh Park
08:23
+1
Manchester Oxford Road
ScotRailTransPennine Express
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23:25
9 timme 57 minut, Changes required
Edinburgh Gateway
09:22
+1
Manchester Oxford Road
ScotRailTransPennine Express
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23:25
10 timme 54 minut, Changes required
Edinburgh Gateway
10:19
+1
Paris
ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern
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Edinburgh to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:12
Last train
Last train
23:45
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
3 timme 9 minut
Distance
Distance
282 km
Price
Price
131,82 kr*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Edinburgh to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
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 Edinburgh to Manchester 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, 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 Edinburgh to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Manchester train ticket types

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