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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 33 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Manchester Airport (MIA) on Fri, Jul 10, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 294 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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G385416:52 PM4h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:14 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$381One-way1 transfer- W34268+G385374:52 PM4h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:15 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$561One-way1 transfer
W848778:12 PM3h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$681One-way0 transfers- W33801+
G898496:52 PM3h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:33 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$711One-way1 transfer - W848966:12 AM3h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:44 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$761One-way0 transfers
- W848778:12 PM3h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$681One-way0 transfers
- W8491212:12 PM3h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:44 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$1071One-way0 transfers
- W849018:12 AM3h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:44 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$881One-way0 transfers
- W849182:12 PM3h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:44 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$1071One-way0 transfers
- W848966:12 AM3h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:44 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$761One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $128.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $313 Average price | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average $70 (€58).
A bus is $265 (€217) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average $313 (€257).
Other travel options to Manchester Airport (MIA) take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 57m.
Bus takes on average 5h 53m.
The journey is about 4m faster (4h 7m by train vs 4h 11m by car) and roughly $51 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($70 (€58) vs $121 (€100)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84896 | 6:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h32 | 9:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 C02042+G15893 | 6:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 11:08 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C02042+G16013 · C24691+G89836 | 6:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h30 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3 transfers | |
| W34265+W84899 | 6:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h52 | 10:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W34265+G38516 | 6:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h23 | 11:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84901 | 8:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h32 | 11:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02015+C24954 · C24701+G89850 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h30 | 1:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3 transfers | |
| C02015+C24587 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 1:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W33933+G38520 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h23 | 1:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| G08186+C24708+G89857 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h00 | 2:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 transfers | |
| W84907 | 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h33 | 1:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01942+C03172 | 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 3:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C01942+G15922 · G15818+G89863 | 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h30 | 3:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3 transfers | |
| W34060+W84908 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h52 | 2:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W34060+G38525 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h23 | 3:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| G80055+G15839+G89867 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h00 | 4:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 transfers | |
| W84912 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h32 | 3:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02007+C24610 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 5:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C02007+C24965 · C24726+G89819 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h30 | 5:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3 transfers | |
| W34124+W84915 | 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h52 | 4:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W34124+G38529 | 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h26 | 5:18 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84918 | 2:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h32 | 5:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02046+C24623 | 2:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 7:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W00587+W84922 | 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h52 | 6:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84923 | 4:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h33 | 7:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34268+G89834 | 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h44 | 8:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W34268+G38537 | 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h23 | 9:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84928 | 6:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h34 | 9:46 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33801+G89849 | 6:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h41 | 10:33 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W33801+G38541 | 6:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h22 | 11:14 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84877 | 8:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h30 | 11:42 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02056+C24832 · C25048 | 8:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h54 | 2:14 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 transfers | |
| C01960+G15945 | 9:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h57 | 3:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 8:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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