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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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27

train journeys
per day

174

miles (281 kms)

3hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

06:12 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Manchester Victoria , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria is approximately 174 miles (281 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 53 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 17 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:12
    3 hrs 46 mins1 change
    09:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:52
    3 hrs 27 mins1 change
    10:19
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:04
    4 hrs 8 mins1 change
    11:12
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:30
    3 hrs 50 mins1 change
    11:20
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:12
    3 hrs 26 mins1 change
    11:38
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:52
    3 hrs 26 mins1 change
    12:18
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:07
    4 hrs 2 mins1 change
    13:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:30
    3 hrs 50 mins1 change
    13:20
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:11
    3 hrs 28 mins1 change
    13:39
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:52
    3 hrs 26 mins1 change
    14:18
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:08
    4 hrs 1 min1 change
    15:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:30
    3 hrs 50 mins1 change
    15:20
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:12
    3 hrs 27 mins1 change
    15:39
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:52
    3 hrs 17 mins1 change
    16:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:07
    4 hrs 3 mins1 change
    17:10
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:30
    3 hrs 49 mins1 change
    17:19
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:12
    3 hrs 27 mins1 change
    17:39
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:52
    3 hrs 17 mins1 change
    18:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:07
    4 hrs 2 mins1 change
    19:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:30
    3 hrs 49 mins1 change
    19:19
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Manchester Victoria
    Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Victoria

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
AddressEdinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Manchester Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
AddressManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Manchester Victoria

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Manchester Victoria by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Manchester Victoria vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley & Manchester Victoria. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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