The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
It's difficult to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) without transferring at least once.
G80217+
W8466910:14 AM4h13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1111One-way1 transfer
G80212+
W846639:09 AM4h22Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:31 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1111One-way1 transfer
G01058+
W846578:12 AM4h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:10 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1111One-way1 transfer
G80217+
W8466910:14 AM4h13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1111One-way1 transfer
G80212+
W846639:09 AM4h22Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:31 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1111One-way1 transfer
G01058+
W846578:12 AM4h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:10 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1111One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $138.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $244 Average price | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $86 (€70).
A bus is $181 (€147) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $244 (€198).
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 51m.
Bus takes on average 6h 10m.
The journey is about 13m faster (3h 51m by train vs 4h 4m by car) and roughly $35 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($86 (€70) vs $121 (€98)). 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
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W84711+ G80260 | On time 5:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h22 | 9:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W85207 | On time 6:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h20 | 9:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89058+ W33794 | On time 6:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h32 | 10:22 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G89059+ W33709+ L87915 | On time 7:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h46 | 12:36 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
W84657+ G01058 | 8:12 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h58 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W84663+ G80212 | 9:09 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h22 | 1:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W84669+ G80217 | 10:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h13 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry or Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry or Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (282 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 175 miles (282 km) |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $37 (€30). 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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