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

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17

train journeys
per day

182

miles (293 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

04:50 / 00:22

first / last train

7

direct trains

5

operators run

6

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Manchester Airport , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport is approximately 182 miles (293 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 19 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:50
    4 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    09:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    4 hrs 1 change
    10:52
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:12
    3 hrs 32 mins Direct
    11:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:11
    3 hrs 33 mins Direct
    13:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 1 change
    14:52
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:12
    3 hrs 32 mins Direct
    15:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:52
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:12
    3 hrs 33 mins Direct
    17:45
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:52
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    18:53
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:11
    3 hrs 33 mins Direct
    19:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:52
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    20:36
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:12
    3 hrs 34 mins Direct
    21:46
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:52
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    22:32
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:11
    3 hrs 32 mins Direct
    23:43
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:00
    6 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    03:59
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:59
    9 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    08:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Manchester Airport

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Manchester Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Manchester Airport 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 04:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airport

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

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