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How to Travel from

Manchester to Edinburgh

by Plane, Train, Bus or Car

Manchester
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Edinburgh
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Manchester, Great Britain → Edinburgh, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Manchester to Edinburgh

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Ryanair
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easyJet
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Aer Lingus
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Ryanair UK
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Loganair
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Ryanair
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3h 7m
Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
$37.97–$227.84
easyJet
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3h 42m
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday
$75.95–$329.10
Aer Lingus
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3h 25m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$202.52–$607.57
Ryanair UK
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3h
Every day
$30.38–$303.79
Loganair
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4h 10m
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$303.79–$1,075.91
Scottish Citylink
Buchanan Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NW
megabus
Buchanan Bus station, Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW
Witchway
Queensgate Bus Depot, Colne Road, BB10 1HH Burnley, United Kingdom
National Express
Birmingham Coach Station, Mill Lane, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
Scottish Citylink
Buchanan Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NW
+44 141 352 4444
+44 141 352 4444
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megabus
Buchanan Bus station, Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW
+44 141 352 4444
+44 141 352 4444
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Witchway
Queensgate Bus Depot, Colne Road, BB10 1HH Burnley, United Kingdom
0345 60 40 110
0345 60 40 110
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National Express
Birmingham Coach Station, Mill Lane, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
+44 (0)3717 818181
+44 (0)3717 818181
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Avanti West Coast
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East Midlands Railways
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National Express
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Cross Country
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ScotRail
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Caledonian Sleeper
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TransPennine Express Service
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Northern Rail
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Avanti West Coast
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2h 44m
Every 4 hours
$107.59–$278.47
00 44 345 528 0253
00 44 345 528 0253
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East Midlands Railways
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36 min
Hourly
$12.66–$30.38
03457 125 678
03457 125 678
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National Express
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7h 15m
Once daily
$51.90–$75.95
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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Cross Country
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1h 47m
Hourly
$63.29–$177.21
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
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ScotRail
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50 min
Every 20 minutes
$18.99–$41.77
+44 344 811 0141
+44 344 811 0141
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Caledonian Sleeper
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55 min
6 times a week
$82.28–$113.92
+44 141 555 0888
+44 141 555 0888
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TransPennine Express Service
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3h 14m
Every 4 hours
$56.96–$139.24
+44 345 600 1671
+44 345 600 1671
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Northern Rail
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45 min
Hourly
$6.96–$9.49
+44 800 200 6060
+44 800 200 6060
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BlaBlaCar
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BlaBlaCar
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4h 23m
Twice daily
$21.52–$36.71
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs $18.48 - $31.52 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $48.91 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The distance between Manchester and Edinburgh is 355 km. The road distance is 344.1 km.

How do I travel from Manchester to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $48.91 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Edinburgh Waverley takes 3h 14m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Edinburgh bus from?

Manchester to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Edinburgh train from?

Manchester to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express Service, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $48.91 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs $35.87 - $51.09 and takes 6h 28m, you could also fly, which costs $39.13 - $184.78 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Manchester to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Manchester to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Edinburgh train arrive?

Manchester to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express Service, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Edinburgh is 344 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Manchester to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh?

Book your Manchester to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh?

Book your Manchester to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2153+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $43.43 per night.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Edinburgh?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Edinburgh. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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