Edinburgh to Manchester Trip Overview
Distance 282 km (176.3 miles) | |
Price range US$ 33-US$ 149 | |
Ride Duration Range 3h-11h 50m | |
Earliest Departure 07:45 | |
Latest Departure 20:10 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Edinburgh to Manchester
Fastest bus: 7h 20m
Cheapest bus: US$ 48

About the ride from Edinburgh to Manchester
Edinburgh to Manchester Route Information
The distance between Edinburgh and Manchester is 176 miles, or approximately 282 kilometers.
There are 2 ways to get from Edinburgh to Manchester, including bus,train.
The earliest departure leaves at 07:45 and has a duration of 7 hours 55 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by train, which takes approximately 3 hours.
Edinburgh to Manchester by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 48
- 34 departures a day, or 238 departures a week
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Edinburgh to Manchester by train
- Starting Price: US$ 33
- 58 departures a day, or 406 departures a week
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Standard and Standard Premier.
Each train ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all train options.
Companies Operating from Edinburgh to Manchester
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