Travel from Edinburgh to Manchester

Connecting flights available between Edinburgh and Manchester.

There are no direct flights between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Manchester Airport (MAN). Prices for connecting flights can vary significantly based on booking time, fare class, and layover duration. February is often the cheapest month to fly, while September tends to be the most expensive.

Connecting flights from Edinburgh to Manchester via London or other hubs.

British Airways operates connecting flights on this route. The journey involves at least one stop, usually at London Heathrow. Prices can fluctuate greatly depending on advance booking and demand.

Connecting flights with typically one stop.

Ryanair offers connecting flights for this route. Ensure to check layover times as they can vary.

Frequent train services connecting Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Victoria, and Manchester Oxford Road.

TransPennine Express is a major operator on this route, offering direct and indirect services. Booking in advance and traveling during off-peak hours can result in significantly cheaper fares. Departure from Edinburgh Waverley Station, arrival at Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Oxford Road, or Manchester Victoria.

Train services from Edinburgh to Manchester, often involving one change.

Avanti West Coast operates services on this route, usually with one change, for example at Preston or Carlisle. Edinburgh Waverley is the departure station, with arrivals at Manchester Piccadilly or other Manchester stations.

Intercity train services connecting Edinburgh and Manchester, potentially with changes.

CrossCountry provides services between Edinburgh Waverley and Manchester Piccadilly. Some journeys may require a change at another station, such as York or Birmingham.

Coach services offering direct and indirect routes between Edinburgh and Manchester.

National Express operates frequent services from Edinburgh Bus Station (Elder Street) to Manchester Chorlton Street Coach Station. Booking in advance generally secures better prices. The coaches typically offer amenities like Wi-Fi and onboard restrooms.

Affordable coach travel between Edinburgh and Manchester.

Megabus provides budget-friendly options from Edinburgh Bus Station to Manchester Chorlton Street Coach Station or Shudehill Interchange. Early booking is recommended for the best fares.

Coach services with several daily connections.

FlixBus offers various routes, some direct and some with changes, from Edinburgh Bus Station to Manchester Shudehill Interchange. Coaches typically have onboard restrooms.

Driving between Edinburgh and Manchester offers flexibility for exploring the scenic route.

The driving distance is approximately 175-213 miles (281-343 km). Fuel costs are estimates and will vary based on vehicle fuel efficiency and current petrol/diesel prices. There are generally no significant tolls on the most common routes between these cities. Consider potential traffic, especially around urban areas.