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Edinburgh to Manchester Airport train prices and times

Looking to travel from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as IDR 309,249, with average prices for this route around IDR 572,023.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:06 Edinburgh (Waverley)	11:00 Manchester Airport	4h 54m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:06 Edinburgh (Waverley)	11:15 Manchester Airport	5h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:06 Edinburgh (Waverley)	11:36 Manchester Airport	5h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:12 Edinburgh (Waverley)	09:44 Manchester Airport	3h 32m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:30 Edinburgh (Waverley)	11:36 Manchester Airport	5h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:30 Edinburgh (Waverley)	11:44 Paris	5h 14m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Edinburgh to Manchester Airport train route details

First train

00:00

Last train

21:00

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Manchester Airport

Journey time

3h 30m

Distance

183 miles

Price

IDR 309,249*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Manchester Airport 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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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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