4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Edinburgh every day 2 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 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.
W85177+
W33941+
C2180410:044h15Manchester Airport (MIA)14:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£361One-way2 changes- W851688:043h33Manchester Airport (MIA)11:37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£451One-way0 changes
- W8517710:043h28Manchester Airport (MIA)13:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£501One-way0 changes
- W33941+
G8904710:293h50Manchester Airport (MIA)14:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£611One-way1 change - W34144+G890628:293h51Manchester Airport (MIA)12:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£661One-way1 change
- W8517710:043h28Manchester Airport (MIA)13:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£501One-way0 changes
- W851688:043h33Manchester Airport (MIA)11:37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£451One-way0 changes
- W33941+G8904710:293h50Manchester Airport (MIA)14:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£611One-way1 change
- W34144+G890628:293h51Manchester Airport (MIA)12:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£661One-way1 change
- W85177+W33941+C2180410:044h15Manchester Airport (MIA)14:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£361One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Airport to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £100.
Distance: 294 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£52 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £138 Average Price |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W85168 | 8:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h33 | 11:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34144+G89062 | 8:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h51 | 12:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| W85177 | 10:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h28 | 13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85177+W33941+C21804 | 10:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h15 | 14:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W33941+G89047 | 10:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h50 | 14:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C24597+ G80224 | 10:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h50 | 15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 12:25. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 7:02 |
Last train 12:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Edinburgh
Most Manchester Airport to Edinburgh trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Edinburgh 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 Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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