Shortest travel time:
3 h 11 m
Longest travel time:
10 h 36 m
Lowest train ticket cost:
$43
Avg. daily departures:
35
Earliest departure:
04:57
Latest departure:
23:23
Manchester
Manchester train stations
Piccadilly station
Manchester city centre, City of Manchester, United Kingdom
Victoria station
Manchester city centre, City of Manchester, United Kingdom
281 km
Edinburgh
Edinburgh's train station is located in the heart of the Scottish capital, making it very easy to reach by public transport.  
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Edinburgh train stations
Waverley
Edinburgh EH1 1BB, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Bus Station
26 Elder St, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Airport Terminal (EDI)
Edinburgh EH12 9DN, United Kingdom, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Manchester to Edinburgh Train Information

Among the top choices for traveling from Manchester to Edinburgh is taking a fast and modern train. All high-speed trains running between the cities were designed to offer the passengers everything they might need for a pleasant journey, including several travel classes to choose from, fast travel times (the journey takes about 4 hours), and an extensive timetable with up to 35 daily departures. Fantastic onboard amenities are also at your service during the ride. The trains from Manchester to Edinburgh boast light and spacious carriages, equipped with cushy seats, and offer plenty of legroom and generous luggage space. Big panoramic windows are perfect for admiring the spectacular views along the way. Another reason to opt for a train ride from Manchester to Edinburgh is that the train stations are located close to the city centers and are conveniently accessible by public transport, making it very easy to get around. For those looking to further their journey, the Edinburgh to London train provides an excellent option, seamlessly connecting you from the Scottish capital to the heart of London, ensuring the continuation of a comfortable and scenic travel experience.

Manchester to Edinburgh Train Timetable

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures
Morning trains
3 hrs 11 min
4 hrs 29 min
04:57
10:50
13
Afternoon trains
3 hrs 15 min
4 hrs 36 min
12:09
17:59
15
Evening trains
3 hrs 17 min
4 hrs 33 min
18:21
20:22
5
Night trains
9 hrs 40 min
10 hrs 36 min
21:33
23:23
2

Trains on Manchester - Edinburgh Route

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures
Rating
Transpennine Express
Transpennine Express
High-speed train
3 hrs 11 min
$43
8
Transpennine Express
Transpennine Express
Train with 1 change
3 hrs 31 min
$45
14
Northern Railway
Northern Railway
Train with 1 change
3 hrs 23 min
$62
13