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Find best prices from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Edinburgh 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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Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from €28.24 and averaging €27.24. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 13 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
09:07 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 13:25 Manchester Piccadilly |   | Find Tickets |
10:11 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 13:26 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
10:11 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 14:15 Manchester Piccadilly |   | Find Tickets |
10:52 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 14:26 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
11:08 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 15:25 Manchester Piccadilly | | Find Tickets |
12:12 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 15:26 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details
First train
06:12
Last train
23:45
Journey time
3 hours 13 minutes
Distance
283 km
Price
€28.24*
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.
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%
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 Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly, 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%
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 Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly 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
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.
Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly 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:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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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%.