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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport 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 will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 5 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Manchester Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 294 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 33 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 294 km
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4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h21 | 13:21 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h33 | 14:03 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h29 | 12:42 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h53 | 14:23 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h35 | 15:42 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:11, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 07:11 |
Last train 19:12 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, LNER, first_transpennine_express from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, LNER, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Manchester Airport from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Manchester Airport
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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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