How to get from Manchester to Edinburgh
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 09m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 297 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €34, on Sun, Sep 6.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
297 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €70Checked Sep 5 | 1h 09mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €57Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 4h 15m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €32Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 5h 40m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€70Checked Sep 51h 09m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€57Omio catalogue, Sep 84h 15m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€32Omio catalogue, Sep 85h 40m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Manchester to Edinburgh: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Manchester Airport → Edinburgh Airportflight1h 09m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Manchester to Edinburgh
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€142October 2026
€142Departures from Manchester to Edinburgh
TransPennine Express runs 8 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:03 and the last at 20:04.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| TransPennine Expresstrain | 8 | 06:03 | 20:04 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusManchester-Glasgow, Glasgow-Edinburgh Haymarket Station NorthBook →On this route you travel with TransPennine Express, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Manchester to Edinburgh works
Start with a flight from Manchester to Edinburgh, about 1h 9m. In total it's roughly €70 over 1h 9m, direct, no transfers.
Manchester to Edinburgh: common questions
How long does it take to get from Manchester to Edinburgh?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 09m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Edinburgh from Manchester?
About 297 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Manchester to Edinburgh cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €70. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Manchester to Edinburgh?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 09m.
How long is the flight from Manchester to Edinburgh?
About 1h 09m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Manchester and Edinburgh?
Manchester is MAN and Edinburgh is EDI, so this route is usually written MAN to EDI.
Which operators run Manchester to Edinburgh?
On this route you travel with TransPennine Express, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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