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Find the best prices from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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JOD 9.910
Fri14Nov
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JOD 11.450
Sat15Nov
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JOD 8.980
Sun16Nov
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JOD 9.400
Mon17Nov
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JOD 10.800
Tue18Nov
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JOD 9.400
Wed19Nov
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JOD 9.400
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Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh, starting from JOD 8.980 and averaging JOD 22.940. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 11 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

DepartureArrivalOperator
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21:58
10 hours 9 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
08:07
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Edinburgh (Waverley)
TransPennine ExpressLNER
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Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:57
Last train
Last train
21:58
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
3 hours 11 minutes
Distance
Distance
283 km
Price
Price
JOD 8.980*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group 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.

Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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