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What is the best way to travel from Edinburgh to Manchester?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains, Flights and Carpool for the journey to Manchester from Edinburgh. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 6 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
5h 45m
$15
$30
8
Train
3h 9m
$30
$47
2
Flight
2h 35m
$36
$175
46

What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Edinburgh?

You can get to Manchester with just $15 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Sunday
from $40
Monday
from $17
Tuesday
from $21
Wednesday
from $15
Thursday
from $15
Friday
from $19
Saturday
from $19

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:35 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    3:30 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    6h 40m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    3:30 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    20h 10m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:10 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $65
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 45m
    0
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:10 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $101
  • British Airways
    14h 5m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:40 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $102

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:35 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    12h 15m
    0
    11:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:35 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $36
  • R Airlines
    8h 5m
    0
    3:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $65
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 25m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $91

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:35 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:12 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    9:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $31
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 30m
    0
    6:52 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $39
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    4h 40m
    0
    11:05 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    3:45 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $41
  • R Airlines
    2h 45m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:00 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $84
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    16h 5m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    7:35 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $189

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    4h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $36
  • Ryanair
    17h 10m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:05 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $37
  • Ryanair
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:05 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $37
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 50m
    0
    5:48 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:38 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $78

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    3:30 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:12 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    9:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $32
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 50m
    0
    5:48 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:38 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $82
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Ryanair
    5h 35m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:35 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $43
  • Aer Lingus
    19h 40m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    7:35 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from $216
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    18h 5m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    7:35 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $220

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    3:30 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:35 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:12 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    9:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $30
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    15h 20m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $49
  • Ryanair
    6h 5m
    0
    2:55 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:00 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $57
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 5m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    8:35 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $103

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 9m
    0
    6:13 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    9:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $31
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 30m
    0
    6:52 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $55
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    4h 25m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:35 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $51
  • Ryanair
    4h 55m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:05 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $78
  • Ryanair
    6h 35m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    2:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $98

What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester from Edinburgh in just 2h 35m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 3h 45m
Monday
from 2h 35m
Tuesday
from 2h 45m
Wednesday
from 2h 40m
Thursday
from 3h 10m
Friday
from 3h 0m
Saturday
from 3h 9m

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 45m
    0
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:10 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $101
  • Ryanair
    5h 0m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    4:25 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $186
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 30m
    0
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:55 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $156
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:35 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    6h 40m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    3:30 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 35m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:35 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $124
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 25m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $91
  • R Airlines
    8h 5m
    0
    3:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $65
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:35 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • R Airlines
    2h 45m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:00 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $84
  • British Airways
    3h 45m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    5:55 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $424
  • Ryanair
    4h 40m
    0
    11:05 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    3:45 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $41
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:12 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    9:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $31
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 30m
    0
    6:52 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $39
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:35 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 40m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    4:25 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $140
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:05 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $96
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 15m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    2:45 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $184
  • Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 50m
    0
    5:48 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:38 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $78
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:35 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:12 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    9:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $32
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 50m
    0
    5:48 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:38 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $82
  • Fastest Flights Thursday

  • British Airways
    4h 35m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    1:10 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $272
  • Ryanair
    5h 35m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:35 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $43
  • BA CityFlyer
    5h 50m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    BA CityFlyer
    Economy
    from $264
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    3:30 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 0m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    2:40 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $318
  • R Airlines
    3h 35m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:55 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $126
  • British Airways
    3h 35m
    0
    6:25 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:00 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $201
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:12 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    9:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $30
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:35 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    3:30 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 9m
    0
    6:13 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    9:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $31
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 30m
    0
    6:52 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:22 AM
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $55
  • Fastest Flights Saturday

  • R Airlines
    3h 40m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:45 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $152
  • Aer Lingus
    3h 40m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    3:35 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from $178
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    4h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:20 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from $320
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    2:35 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    6:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Edinburgh to Manchester

What are the most popular stations in Edinburgh and Manchester?

In Edinburgh, you will usually depart from St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Station or Park Central, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Manchester from Edinburgh? With 14 connections between 6 Bus, Train, Flight and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Edinburgh and Manchester, you can pay as low as $15 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Manchester in just 2h 35m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Edinburgh and Manchester are FlixBus, National Express and Ryanair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Edinburgh and Manchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Broomhouse or to Salford, and look at flights from Edinburgh Airport, and landing at Liverpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Edinburgh to Manchester?

The most popular companies between Edinburgh and Manchester, are FlixBus, National Express and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and National Express

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and London North Eastern Railway (LNER)

Airlines: Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011), EasyJet Airline and 8 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Edinburgh to Manchester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Manchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Edinburgh to Manchester

How can I reach Manchester from Edinburgh?

Every day, there are on average 14 connections between Bus, Train, Flight and Carpool, with which you can get to Manchester from Edinburgh.

How far is Manchester from Edinburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh and Manchester is 175.0 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Edinburgh and Manchester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 48 kgs, and a flight 69 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Edinburgh to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester with just $15 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Manchester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Manchester in just 2h 35m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Edinburgh and to Manchester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Edinburgh and to Manchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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