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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV) will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) without transferring at least once.
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P241172:51 PM4h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:57 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)$821One-way1 transfer- W33219+P2414612:51 PM4h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:57 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)$821One-way1 transfer
- W33197+P241254:51 PM4h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:57 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)$821One-way1 transfer
- W33256+P2413910:51 AM4h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:57 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)$821One-way1 transfer
- W33350+G89842 · C326336:51 PM5h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:54 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)$821One-way2 transfers
W84924+C325954:14 PM3h24Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:38 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)$991One-way1 transfer- W84905+C3263110:13 AM3h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:38 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)$991One-way1 transfer
- W84911+C3264312:12 PM3h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:38 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)$991One-way1 transfer
- W84917+C326532:12 PM3h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:38 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)$991One-way1 transfer
- G15790+C326338:14 PM3h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:54 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)$891One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $195.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$73 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $351 Average price | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m 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 Victoria (MCV):
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) costing on average $73 (€59).
A bus is $313 (€256) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) costing on average $351 (€287).
Other travel options to Manchester Victoria (MCV) take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 27m.
Bus takes on average 6h 2m.
The journey is about 31m faster (3h 43m by train vs 4h 14m by car) and roughly $46 (€38) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($73 (€59) vs $119 (€97)). 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.
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 Victoria (MCV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| W33762+G89136 | On time 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h26 | 6:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33762+L89279 | On time 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h41 | 6:33 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
 G80079+G15977+G89100 | On time 3:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h01 | 8:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
| W33654+L89287 | On time 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h41 | 8:33 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| G80092+G16022+G89278 | On time 5:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h04 | 10:04 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
W33147+G89886+A29360+ L87804 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h05 | 1:05 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3 transfers | |
| W84905+C32631 | 10:13 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h25 | 1:38 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33256+P24139 | 10:51 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h06 | 2:57 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84911+C32643 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h26 | 3:38 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33219+P24146 | 12:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h06 | 4:57 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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