How to get from
Manchester to Edinburgh
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Compare prices to get from Manchester to Edinburgh
£18|3h 8m
£32|6h 50m
£18|6h 21m
£35
£34
£38
£29
£26
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£20
£18
£32
£47
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Northern06:55
4h 42m
11:37
Manchester VictoriaEdinburgh (Waverley)
£34
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2 stops
TransPennine Express10:24
3h 9m
13:33
Manchester Oxford RoadEdinburgh (Waverley)
£69
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Nonstop
Northern14:08
4h 13m
18:21
DeansgateEdinburgh (Waverley)
£38
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1 stop
Northern14:50
3h 31m
18:21
Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh (Waverley)
£38
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1 stop
- 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 £21 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 17m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price
£29
Average duration
5h 41m
Departure Time
21:45 - 11:33
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Flights
Fastest
Average price
£67
Average duration
3h 17m
Departure Time
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Buses
Cheapest
Average price
£21
Average duration
7h 55m
Departure Time
23:30 - 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 Monday, with an average price of £24.
£28
£26
£24
£22
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 Saturday, with an average price of £16.
£23
£20
£16
£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
Newcraighall
Brunstane
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 (Shudehill Interchange)
Manchester Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Shudehill Bus Stop NN
Manchester Shudehill Bus Station
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
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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 17 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 5h 41m.Buses takes on average 7h 55m. -
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 £21. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around £29 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 Monday, with an average fare of £24. Flights from Manchester to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Saturday, with an average fare of £16 -
Are Manchester and Edinburgh in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Manchester and Edinburgh.