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Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh (Waverley) train route details

First train
08:26

Last train
23:50

Journey time
3h 13m

Distance
283 km

Price
AU$ 19.17*
What are the next train times from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh (Waverley)?
Check all Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh (Waverley) journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
23:50 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:32 +1Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Edinburgh (Waverley) from Manchester Piccadilly this week
Typical ticket prices between Manchester Piccadilly and Edinburgh (Waverley) are around AU$ 19.17, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Manchester Piccadilly and Edinburgh (Waverley) - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh (Waverley). Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets combine flexibility with value, letting you travel on any 8 days within a 28-day period. It's an ideal choice if you don't commute every day but want discounted fares.

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times

Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
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