The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Of the 20 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 282 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 282 km
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C26814 | On time 10:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h11 | 13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y05620+ W10503 | On time 10:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h29 | 14:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26188+ Y23431 | On time 11:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h24 | 15:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26808 | On time 12:22 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h15 | 15:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y01735+ W10514 | On time 12:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h28 | 16:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26164+ Y23441 | On time 13:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h23 | 17:23 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26805 | On time 14:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h19 | 17:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02354+ W10518 | On time 14:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h31 | 18:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26140+ Y23450 | On time 15:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h24 | 19:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26796 | On time 16:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h19 | 19:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y04219+ W10530 | On time 16:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h34 | 20:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26106+ Y23461 | On time 17:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h25 | 21:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26790 | On time 18:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h17 | 21:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y00982+ W10541 | On time 18:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h31 | 22:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26073+ Y23472 | On time 19:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h24 | 23:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26787 | On time 20:22 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h19 | 23:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
C27134+ C23647 | On time 07:12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h55 | 12:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26230+ Y23415 | On time 08:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h24 | 12:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C26223+ C23650 | On time 08:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h35 | 13:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
Y02356+ W10500 | On time 08:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h30 | 12:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C27122+ C23652 | On time 09:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h56 | 14:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 20:22 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, LNER, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, LNER, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £29. 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- 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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