Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train with Transpennine Express

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  • Avanti West CoastW33709+Transpennine ExpressC24373+ScotrailL87915
    19:245h12
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    0:36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £321One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33390+Transport for WalesG38388
    5:484h30
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    10:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW33753+Northern RailG89047
    10:533h27
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    14:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £611One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW33563+Northern RailG89063
    8:533h25
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    12:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £611One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW33390+Northern RailG89545
    6:363h42
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    10:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £611One-way
    1 change

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Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

The cheapest option from Manchester Oxford Road to Edinburgh Waverley is train, with an average price of £27. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road to Edinburgh Waverley among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 282 km

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Live departures

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transport for WalesG38388+Avanti West CoastW333905:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
4h30
10:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW851636:25 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h15
9:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89545+Avanti West CoastW333906:36 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h42
10:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Transport for WalesG38392+Avanti West CoastW333906:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h30
10:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Northern RailG89924+Transpennine ExpressC00868+CrossCountryG010567:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
5h13
12:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
Transpennine ExpressA32385 · C24478+London North Eastern RailwayG80202
On time
7:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
4h36
11:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 changes
Northern RailG89548 · L89243+Transpennine ExpressC00868+CrossCountryG010567:06 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
5h07
12:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3 changes
Transpennine ExpressW84652+London North Eastern RailwayG802007:08 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
4h25
11:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW851678:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h13
11:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89063+Avanti West CoastW335638:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h25
12:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Northern RailG89931+Transpennine ExpressG15985+CrossCountryG010579:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
5h10
14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
Northern RailG89931+Transpennine ExpressG15985+CrossCountryG010579:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
5h10
14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
Transpennine ExpressA32381 · P00051+London North Eastern RailwayG802149:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
4h36
13:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
Northern RailG89564 · L89250+Transpennine ExpressG15985+CrossCountryG010579:06 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
5h04
14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3 changes
Transpennine ExpressW84664+London North Eastern RailwayC019379:09 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
4h23
13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8517610:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h09
13:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89047+Avanti West CoastW3375310:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h27
14:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Transpennine ExpressN46148 · G16307+London North Eastern RailwayG8022711:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
4h36
15:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
Transpennine ExpressA32377 · G16307+London North Eastern RailwayG8022711:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
4h36
15:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
Transpennine ExpressW8518312:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h15
15:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW85190 · W8519313:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
4h13
17:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8519314:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h13
17:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8520216:25 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h13
19:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8520718:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
3h17
21:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24373+Avanti West CoastW33709+ScotrailL8791519:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
5h12
0:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes

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Transpennine Express as well as Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Manchester Oxford Road to Edinburgh Waverley, including 1 direct trains, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 23:59. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 3h 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
282 km
Average train duration
3h 48m
Lowest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
3h 12m
First train
4:46
Last train
23:59
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 12m
Cheapest Price
£13
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
£17
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 18m
Cheapest Price
£35
London North Eastern Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 58m
Cheapest Price
£80
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 18m
Cheapest Price
£74
Northern Trains Limited frequency
5 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
£80
TransPennine Express frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is 282 km.
The first train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 4:46.
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) departs at 23:59.
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB). The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Booking trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Edinburgh Waverley offers a scenic experience, featuring picturesque views of the English countryside, the Pennines, and parts of the Scottish Lowlands.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Most Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Edinburgh
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FUParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m

Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services

Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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