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Musselburgh to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Musselburgh to Manchester, starting from QAR 117.94 and averaging QAR 365.80. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 28 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:54 10 hours 28 minutes, Changes required Musselburgh	09:22 +1 Manchester Oxford Road		Find Tickets
23:14 10 hours 55 minutes, Changes required Musselburgh	10:09 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Musselburgh to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

06:36

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Musselburgh

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3 hours 28 minutes

Distance

279 km

Price

QAR 117.94*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Musselburgh to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Musselburgh to Manchester. 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

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 travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 Musselburgh to Manchester, 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%

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!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Musselburgh to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Musselburgh to Manchester train ticket types

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

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Trains from Musselburgh to Manchester from QAR 117.94

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Musselburgh to Manchester Train prices and times

Musselburgh to Manchester Train Route Details