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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
14 h 50 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 5 buses that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Manchester Airport (MIA) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 294 km distance in an average of 14 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:1518h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:25Manchester Airport (MIA)£281One-way0 changes- 8:5520h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:25Manchester Airport (MIA)£341One-way0 changes
- 11:1518h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:25Manchester Airport (MIA)£431One-way0 changes
- 7:559h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:25Manchester Airport (MIA)£501One-way0 changes
20:457h50Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:35Manchester Airport (MIA)£511One-way0 changes
- 20:457h50Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:35Manchester Airport (MIA)£511One-way0 changes
- 7:559h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:25Manchester Airport (MIA)£501One-way0 changes
- 11:1518h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:25Manchester Airport (MIA)£431One-way0 changes
- 10:1518h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:25Manchester Airport (MIA)£281One-way0 changes
- 8:5520h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:25Manchester Airport (MIA)£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £95.
Distance: 294 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £233 Average Price |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) coaches for today, Thursday 25 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 9h20 | 17:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 18h10 | 5:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h05 | 3:35 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h50 | 3:35 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h05 | 4:35 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 07:55, the last at 20:45. The fastest coach covers the 294 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 294 km |
Average bus duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 7:55 |
Last bus 20:45 |
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Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA)You can travel by bus between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) with National Express, Megabus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport (MIA) by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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