Trains from Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh from $16.48*

Trains from Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh from $16.48*

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Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh, starting from $16.48 and averaging $28.81. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 59m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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03:52
Manchester Central Zone
09:05
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 13m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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04:27
Manchester Central Zone
08:26
Edinburgh (Waverley)
3h 59m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressScotRail
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04:27
Manchester Central Zone
09:40
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 13m, Changes requiredTransPennine Express
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04:35
Manchester Central Zone
10:07
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 32m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressLumo
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05:19
Manchester Central Zone
09:40
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 21m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine Express
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05:20
Manchester Central Zone
10:20
Paris
5h 0m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressLNER
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Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh Train Route Details

The Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh train ticket is from $16.48. The average travel time is 3h 59m, covering a distance of approximately 176 miles. There are usually 9 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,CrossCountry,Northern. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
03:52
Last train
Last train
05:28
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 59m
Distance
Distance
176 miles
Price
Price
$16.48*

Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh Train Travel Guide

Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Edinburgh

With a journey time as short as 3h 59m, you can reach Edinburgh from Manchester Central Zone, with an average of 9 train per day.

Book cheap train tickets from Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh

Finding cheap train tickets from Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Manchester Central Zone to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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