Manchester to Edinburgh

Manchester to Edinburgh

Manchester
Edinburgh
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Manchester to Edinburgh Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
RideX Taxis
Business 3pax
Any time
+4h 10m
$500.78
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
00:33
10:25
$57.97
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
01:20
08:40
$38.43
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
04:50
10:53
$46.90
Flight
Jet2
Economy
05:30
15:45
$185.08
Train
First TransPennine Express
Standard
08:05
12:51
$298.08
Train
First TransPennine Express
Standard
08:24
11:37
$69.23
Flight
Aer Lingus
Economy
08:40
07:50
$206.54
Train
Northern Rail
Standard
08:56
12:13
$169.74
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
09:15
17:20
$63.52
Train
First TransPennine Express
Standard
09:38
14:46
$304.56
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
09:55
17:20
$66.19
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
10:15
16:50
$35.23
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
10:35
18:55
$64.05
Train
Northern Rail
Standard
10:56
14:12
$145.60
Train
First TransPennine Express
Standard
11:15
15:19
$147.13
Train
First TransPennine Express
Standard Premier
11:45
15:33
$278.83
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
12:05
20:15
$49.11
Train
First TransPennine Express
Standard
12:23
15:39
$77.93
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
12:40
20:30
$60.85

How to get from Manchester to Edinburgh

Travelling between Manchester and Edinburgh is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 928.87 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 35.08.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Edinburgh?

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 12 hours to travel between Manchester and Edinburgh depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Manchester and Edinburgh. Train will bring you to your destination in 3h 3m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 11h 20m to reach Edinburgh.

How much does it cost to get from Manchester to Edinburgh?

Travelling between Manchester and Edinburgh can be as cheap as USD 35.08 if you opt for a Megabus bus and as expensive as USD 928.87 if you buy a Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Manchester and Edinburgh ?

  • 16 from Manchester to Edinburgh starting from 08:24 Manchester Oxford Road until 18:24 Manchester Oxford Road
  • 12 from Manchester to Edinburgh starting from 00:45 MAN Airport Bus Stop until 23:59 Manchester Bus Station
  • 7 from Manchester to Edinburgh starting from 00:00 Manchester Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Manchester Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Manchester to Edinburgh.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Manchester to Edinburgh overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Manchester and Edinburgh

Megabus, National Express, Scottish Citylink

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Manchester and Edinburgh

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, National Transfer Services Edinburg, RideX Taxis

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Manchester to Edinburgh?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 70% took a train
  • 30% opted for a bus

Transportation from Manchester to Edinburgh

Facts about the transport from Manchester to Edinburgh

Cheapest Transport$36
Fastest Transport3h 3m
Earliest Departure12:45 오전
Latest Departure11:59 오후
Departures per day35
Distance153 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAer Lingus, First TransPennine Express, Megabus, National Express, National Transfer Services Edinburg, RideX Taxis, Scottish Citylink