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Edinburgh to Eccles trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Eccles takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Eccles. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 41m
Duration
226 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 56m
£68–110

Edinburgh to Eccles train times

Trains run twice daily between Edinburgh and Eccles. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:12 PM which arrives into Eccles at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink12h 41m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 55m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 57m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 57m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 57m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Eccles? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 226.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Eccles, Salford, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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