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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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Rs 4,300.22
Sun18Jan
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Rs 2,150.11
Mon19Jan
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Rs 3,552.36
Tue20Jan
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Rs 3,178.42
Wed21Jan
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Rs 3,552.36
Thu22Jan
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Rs 3,552.36
Fri23Jan
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Rs 2,150.11
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Edinburgh to Manchester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester, starting from Rs 2,150.11 and averaging Rs 8,944.45. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 5m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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20:14
3h 5m, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
23:19
Manchester Oxford Road
TransPennine Express
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20:30
6h 58m, 1 change
Edinburgh (Waverley)
03:28
+1
Manchester Victoria
LNERTransPennine Express
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21:06
10h 31m, 2 change
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:37
+1
Manchester Piccadilly
TransPennine Express
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21:06
10h 32m, 1 change
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:38
+1
Manchester Victoria
TransPennine Express
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22:49
9h 34m, 1 change
Edinburgh Park
08:23
+1
Manchester Oxford Road
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22:58
10h 24m, 1 change
Edinburgh Park
09:22
+1
Paris
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Edinburgh to Manchester train route details

First train
First train
08:00
Last train
Last train
23:31
Departure city
Departure city
Edinburgh
Arrival city
Arrival city
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
3h 5m
Distance
Distance
282 km
Price
Price
Rs 2,150.11*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling 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 (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 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.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Edinburgh to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Manchester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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