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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria is to rideshare which costs £15 - £28 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £26 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Manchester Victoria?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Manchester Victoria?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria?

The distance between Edinburgh and Manchester Victoria is 223 miles. The road distance is 210.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £26 - £120.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Road takes 3h 9m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria bus from?

Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria train from?

Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £26 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Manchester Victoria?

Manchester Victoria is 1h ahead of Edinburgh. It is currently 10:50 AM in Edinburgh and 11:50 AM in Manchester Victoria.

Where does the Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria train arrive?

Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria train tickets online with Omio.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester Victoria?

There are 3473+ hotels available in Manchester Victoria.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria?

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

Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria - 9 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford RoadEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 30m
£26–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Manchester209.2 mi
4h 35m
£15–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUkn30 / ...
5h 40m
£25–53
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
5h 20m
£62–158
Train via Manchester Piccadilly
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 30m
£44–73
Train via Wigan Wallgate
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North WesternEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester VictoriaWigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
3h 41m
£35–125
Drive 209.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria209.6 mi
3h 49m
£52–74
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria
5h 27m
£72–248
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly
5h 42m
£60–160

Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria by bus and foot

290Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.9 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Manchester Victoria, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £26–120 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Manchester Victoria via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 5h 40m.

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