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Edinburgh Gateway to Manchester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Manchester, starting from £15.50 and averaging £23.60. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 20m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
03:44 Edinburgh Gateway	09:24 Manchester Oxford Road	5h 40m, No direct	Find Tickets
03:44 Edinburgh Gateway	10:45 Manchester Oxford Road	7h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:33 Edinburgh Gateway	10:19 Manchester Victoria	3h 46m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:33 Edinburgh Gateway	10:22 Manchester Oxford Road	3h 49m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:33 Edinburgh Gateway	11:12 Manchester Victoria	4h 39m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:56 Edinburgh Gateway	11:20 Paris	4h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Edinburgh Gateway to Manchester train route details

First train

03:44

Last train

23:25

Departure station

Edinburgh Gateway

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3h 20m

Distance

176 miles

Price

£15.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh Gateway to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh Gateway to Manchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh Gateway to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Edinburgh Gateway to Manchester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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