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Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €16.73, with average prices for this route around €28.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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17:07
Edinburgh (Waverley)
21:16
Manchester Victoria
4h 9m, Changes requiredCrossCountryTransPennine Express
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17:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
22:01
Manchester Victoria
4h 31m, Changes requiredLNERTransPennine Express
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17:34
Edinburgh (Waverley)
22:21
Manchester Victoria
4h 47m, Changes requiredTransPennine Express
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18:07
Edinburgh (Waverley)
22:21
Manchester Victoria
4h 14m, Changes requiredCrossCountryTransPennine Express
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18:12
Edinburgh (Waverley)
21:39
Manchester Victoria
3h 27m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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18:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
23:43
Paris
5h 13m, Changes requiredLNERTransPennine Express
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Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:00
Last train
Last train
21:00
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Victoria
Journey time
Journey time
3h 17m
Distance
Distance
281 km
Price
Price
€16.73*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Manchester Victoria train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.