Train Scotland to Manchester from £94 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Scotland and Manchester takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Scotland to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 31m
Duration: 221 mi
Distance: £94
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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3h 20m

£78–144

Scotland to Manchester train times

Trains run hourly between Scotland and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Manchester at 11:19 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, May 17, 2026

8:08 PM → 11:19 PM
3h 11m • 1 change

Departing Monday, May 18, 2026

5:33 AM → 8:53 AM
3h 20m • 1 change
5:48 AM → 9:21 AM
3h 33m • 1 change
6:29 AM → 9:53 AM
3h 24m • 1 change
7:36 AM → 10:53 AM
3h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, May 19, 2026

4:28 AM → 7:53 AM
3h 25m • 1 change
5:33 AM → 8:53 AM
3h 20m • 1 change
5:48 AM → 9:21 AM
3h 33m • 1 change
6:29 AM → 9:53 AM
3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, May 20, 2026

4:28 AM → 7:53 AM
3h 25m • 1 change
5:33 AM → 8:53 AM
3h 20m • 1 change
5:48 AM → 9:21 AM
3h 33m • 1 change
6:29 AM → 9:53 AM
3h 24m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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