Find trains from Edinburgh to Manchester

Arrive at your destination quickly by taking a 3h 11m train from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Manchester. Travel time can vary by 0h 02m, so prioritise direct options for the quickest arrival. Consider Transpennine Express for the quickest available option to your destination.

There are many trains travelling between Edinburgh Turnhouse and Manchester which are Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, and Northern Rail. The cheapest Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail is what we have recently available with prices starting at £142 for a return ticket.

A train from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Manchester will travel much more than the 174.8 mi distance between them. The actual distance depends on the route taken, and stops along the way. In terms of time, a normal route is around 3h 11m.

At 3h 00m, choosing to opt for a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester for this trip as opposed to a train from Edinburgh to Manchester or a bus from Edinburgh to Manchester can save you time on travel.

Expect a bus to be one of the cheapest options available to you for travel. Currently, a bus has deals available from £29. While they may not be the most cost-effective options currently available a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester or a train from Edinburgh to Manchester can also be options worth looking into if other factors outside of cost are a higher priority.