Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest Journey
4 h 29 m
Average
4 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
294 km
It's difficult to get from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley without transferring at least once.
182 miles (293 km) | |
4 h 1 min | |
$76 (€65) | |
12 a day | |
Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day | |
Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country or London North Eastern Railway |
Trains from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley cover the 182 miles (293 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 1 min with our travel partners like Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country or London North Eastern Railway. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $76 (€65), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $70 (€60). Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.
Travel from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley from $70 (€60) with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.
Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh Waverley. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Airport, which is located around 9.4 miles (15.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.
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