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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£35
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£68
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
3 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
3 h 14 m
Trains on 09 Oct
30
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
On Fri 09 Oct, we found 30 trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 14 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.
W33801+
P24236 · G8985218:523h55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)22:47Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£351One-way2 changes- W33801+
W8463218:524h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)23:18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£361One-way1 change - W33801+G8984918:523h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)22:15Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£401One-way1 change
- W8492818:123h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£431One-way0 changes
- W8491212:123h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£491One-way0 changes
- W8487720:123h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)23:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£641One-way0 changes
- W8491212:123h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£491One-way0 changes
- W849018:123h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£641One-way0 changes
- W848966:123h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£571One-way0 changes
- W8491814:123h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£741One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 20:00 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84896 | On time 6:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h14 | 9:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
 C02042+G16013 · C24691 | On time 6:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h07 | 10:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| C02042+G15893 | On time 6:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h19 | 10:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W34265+W84899 | On time 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h34 | 10:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W34265+L89253 · G89836 | On time 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h53 | 10:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W34265+L89253+G15893 | On time 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h57 | 10:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
 W29868+C24696 | On time 7:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h34 | 11:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W84901 | On time 8:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h14 | 11:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02015+C24954 · C24701 | On time 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h07 | 12:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| C02015+C24587 | On time 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h19 | 12:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G01148+C24708 | On time 9:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h32 | 13:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W84907 | On time 10:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h15 | 13:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34060+W84908 | On time 10:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h34 | 14:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W34060+L89265 · G89863 | On time 10:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h53 | 14:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W34060+L89265+C03172 | On time 10:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h57 | 14:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G01153+G15839 | On time 11:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h33 | 15:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C02029+G15900 · G15839 | On time 11:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h07 | 15:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| W84912 | On time 12:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h14 | 15:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34124+W84915 | On time 12:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h34 | 16:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W84918 | On time 14:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h14 | 17:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W00587+W84922 | On time 14:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h34 | 18:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W00587+W84730 | On time 14:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h19 | 20:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W84923 | On time 16:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h15 | 19:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34268+G89834 | On time 16:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h23 | 20:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W84928 | 18:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h14 | 21:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33861+G89849 | On time 18:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h23 | 22:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W33861+W84632 | On time 18:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h24 | 23:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C02033+G15940 | On time 19:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h20 | 23:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W84877 | On time 20:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h13 | 23:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02056+C24831 | On time 20:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h01 | 1:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C01960+G15937 | On time 21:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h42 | 3:42 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Friday 9 October | |||||
| G08170+G15894 | 5:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h12 | 9:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G08170+C24945 · C24686 | 5:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h00 | 9:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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