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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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17

train journeys
per day

182

miles (293 kms)

3hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

04:07 / 00:56

first / last train

8

direct trains

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh Waverley , with 8 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 182 miles (293 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 27 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:07
    4 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    09:03
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:03
    3 hrs 35 mins Direct
    09:38
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:04
    3 hrs 33 mins Direct
    11:37
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:29
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    12:21
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:04
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    13:32
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:29
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:04
    3 hrs 33 mins Direct
    15:37
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:29
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    16:18
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:04
    3 hrs 36 mins Direct
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:29
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    18:21
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:04
    3 hrs 34 mins Direct
    19:38
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:29
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    20:24
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:04
    3 hrs 34 mins Direct
    21:38
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:29
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    22:21
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:04
    3 hrs 37 mins Direct
    23:41
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:42
    9 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    09:03
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:46
    9 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:56.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh Waverley typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh Waverley can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 8 direct services per day from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh Waverley.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Airport and Edinburgh Waverley, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.