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Find the best prices from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly, 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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NZD 21.93
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NZD 32.31
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NZD 28.85
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NZD 30.93
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NZD 28.85
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Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Looking to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 21.93, with average prices for this route around NZD 37.21.

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

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06:12
3h 14m, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
09:26
Manchester Piccadilly
TransPennine Express
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06:52
3h 34m, No direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
10:26
Manchester Piccadilly
Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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07:15
4h 43m, No direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
11:58
Manchester Piccadilly
ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern
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08:12
3h 14m, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
11:26
Manchester Piccadilly
TransPennine Express
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08:52
3h 34m, No direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
12:26
Manchester Piccadilly
Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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09:07
4h 18m, No direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
13:25
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CrossCountryTransPennine Express
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Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train
First train
06:12
Last train
Last train
23:45
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
3h 13m
Distance
Distance
283 km
Price
Price
NZD 21.93*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly, 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%

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

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 (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

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