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 $19 - $35 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 12m and costs $50 - $130.

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 12m.

How far is it from Manchester to Edinburgh?

The distance between Manchester and Edinburgh is 222 miles. The road distance is 215.1 miles.

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 12m and costs $50 - $130.

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

The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Edinburgh Waverley takes 3h 12m 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 12m and costs $50 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 6h 38m, you could also fly, which costs $35 - $190 and takes 4h 36m.

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 215 miles. 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, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2375+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $55<span style='font-size: 9px;'> USD</span> 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.

Manchester to Edinburgh - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

There are 10 ways to get from Manchester to Edinburgh 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.

1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Edinburgh WaverleyManchester Airport - Edinburgh
best
Train
3h 12m
$50–130
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Edinburgh212.1 mi
cheapest
Rideshare
4h 23m
$19–35
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus StationM11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
Bus via Glasgow
6h 38m
$48–67
1. Fly from Manchester (MAN) to Edinburgh (EDI)MAN - EDI
Fly Manchester to Edinburgh
4h 36m
$37–185
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan WallgateLeeds - Wigan Wallgate / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
Train via Wigan Wallgate
4h 29m
$107–259
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk080 / ...
Bus
7h 20m
$25–70
1. Drive from Manchester to Edinburgh213.8 mi
Drive 213.8 mi
3h 50m
$71–102
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkway
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh (EDI)LPL - EDI
Train to Liverpool, fly to Edinburgh
5h 20m
$48–188
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham (BHX) to Edinburgh (EDI)BHX - EDI
Train to Birmingham, fly to Edinburgh
4h 27m
$76–281
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham (BHX) to Glasgow (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
Train to Birmingham, fly to Glasgow, train
5h 27m
$93–391

Manchester to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 220.8 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

TransPennine Express Service operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–130 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 38m.

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