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Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Stretford
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Trains from Edinburgh to Stretford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Edinburgh to Stretford trip
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Edinburgh to Stretford trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Stretford from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Edinburgh and Stretford
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Stretford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Stretford 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 Stretford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Stretford
Most Edinburgh to Stretford trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Humphrey Park station pair, with some services arriving at Trafford Park. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Stretford 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.
Which Stretford station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Humphrey Park from Stretford city centre
Humphrey Park train station facilities and services
Humphrey Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Humphrey Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Humphrey Park: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Humphrey Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Services towards Manchester : From Chatsworth Road along a path (27 paces) and up a ramp (57 paces, 1:20 slope) to platform. Services towards Warrington : From Derbyshire Lane West along a path (52 paces), up a ramp (57 paces, 1:15 slope) onto the Warrington platform. The path links Chatsworth Road and Derbyshire Lane West down 7 steps, through an underpass (12 paces) and up 7 steps by which means the platforms are linked, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Trafford Park from Stretford city centre
Trafford Park train station facilities and services
Trafford Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Trafford Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Trafford Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Trafford Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Trafford Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Services Towards Manchester : Along a ramp (76 paces, 1:8 slope), turn right and along an underpass (25 paces). Turn left and up a stepped ramp (31 paces, 1:8 slope) onto the platform. Services Towards Warrington: Along a ramp (76 paces, 1:8 slope), then along a stepped ramp (35 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Edinburgh to Stretford
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