Manchester to Edinburgh by train
Travelling from Manchester to Edinburgh by train takes about 3h 30m, run by TransPennine Express. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €23. The train is still the quickest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €30
- Total journey
- 3h 30m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- TransPennine Express
Omio catalogue, Oct 10 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Manchester to EdinburghTransPennine Express3h 30m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Manchester to Edinburgh
TransPennine Express runs 8 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:03 and the last at 20:04.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| TransPennine Express | 8 | 06:03 | 20:04 |
All departures
- 06:03
- 08:04
- 10:04
- 12:04
- 14:04
- 16:04
- 18:04
- 20:04
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Train operators
- TransPennine Express
- Timetable
- First train at 06:03, last at 20:04, 8 a day with TransPennine Express.
- Good to know
- Direct train, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €22Omio catalogue, Oct 10 | 5h 37m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Bus€22Omio catalogue, Oct 105h 37m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 10
Manchester to Edinburgh by train: common questions
How long does Manchester to Edinburgh take by train?
About 3h 30m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh?
Omio publishes €30 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the train from Manchester to Edinburgh?
TransPennine Express. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €23. The train wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Manchester Edinburgh train
- Manchester to Edinburgh by train
- train ticket Manchester to Edinburgh
- how long is the train from Manchester to Edinburgh