4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Of the 11 trains that leave Edinburgh for Manchester Airport on Sun, Aug 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct trains cover the 294 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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.
W33219+
G90123 · P2424112:51 PM5h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:53 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$841One-way2 transfers- W33256+P24139 · G8984810:51 AM4h44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:35 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$841One-way2 transfers
W849172:12 PM3h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$891One-way0 transfers- W33219+
W4362812:51 PM4h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:56 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$901One-way1 transfer - W8491112:12 PM3h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$1001One-way0 transfers
- W8490510:13 AM3h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$1001One-way0 transfers
- W8491112:12 PM3h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$1001One-way0 transfers
- W849172:12 PM3h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$891One-way0 transfers
- W33251+W849202:51 PM3h51Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$1371One-way1 transfer
- W33219+W8491612:51 PM3h51Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$1371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $132.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$66 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $206 Average price | $125 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport:
A bus is $20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport costing on average $66.
A bus is $160 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport costing on average $206.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 35m.
Bus takes on average 6h 14m.
The journey is about 29m faster (3h 51m by train vs 4h 20m by car) and roughly $60 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($66 vs $125). 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 to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Manchester Airport trains for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84904+ L88580 · W84228 | Delayed 8:25 AM 6:58 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h46 | 12:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 transfers | |
| W84906 | On time 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h33 | 1:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33398+W84910 | On time 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h52 | 2:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84913 | On time 12:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h33 | 3:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
| W33147+G89886+L87804 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h17 | 1:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 but you can travel from only $24 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 13:52. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 1:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Manchester Airport from $24. 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 to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport
Most Edinburgh to Manchester Airport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Manchester Airport 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 Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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