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Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh, starting from SAR 72.17 and averaging SAR 133.49. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 29m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • السبت, 28 يونيو
  • الأحد, 29 يونيو
    From SAR 72.17
  • الاثنين, 30 يونيو
    From SAR 72.17
  • الثلاثاء, 1 يوليو
    From SAR 72.17
  • الأربعاء, 2 يوليو
    From SAR 72.17
  • الخميس, 3 يوليو
    From SAR 72.17
  • الجمعة, 4 يوليو
    From SAR 72.17
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:22
Manchester Airport
08:26
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 4m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressScotRail
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04:22
Manchester Airport
09:12
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 50m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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06:03
Manchester Airport
09:40
Edinburgh (Waverley)
3h 37m, DirectTransPennine Express
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06:17
Manchester Airport
10:18
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 1m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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06:25
Manchester Airport
10:18
Edinburgh (Waverley)
3h 53m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast
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06:25
Manchester Airport
11:28
Paris
5h 3m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesTransPennine ExpressLNER
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Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:22
Last train
Last train
19:29
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
3h 29m
Distance
Distance
294 km
Price
Price
SAR 72.17*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
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 Manchester Airport to Edinburgh 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 Manchester Airport to Edinburgh, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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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%.