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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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$7.84
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$16.48
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$19.07
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$10.83
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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 $7.63, with average prices for this route around $32.57. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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22:00
9h 49m, 1 change
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:49
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Manchester Victoria
LNERTransPennine Express
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22:26
10h 25m, 3 change
Edinburgh (Waverley)
08:51
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Deansgate
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22:58
9h 25m, 1 change
Edinburgh Park
08:23
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Paris
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Edinburgh to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:37
Last train
Last train
22:58
Departure city
Departure city
Edinburgh
Arrival city
Arrival city
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
3h 9m
Distance
Distance
176 miles
Price
Price
$7.63*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh to Manchester 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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Edinburgh to Manchester, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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

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:

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