Trains to Edinburgh Gateway from Manchester Piccadilly
| First train | 03:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:52 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh Gateway | |
| Journey time | From 3h 17m | |
| Distance | 176 miles (283 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Gateway by train
Looking to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Gateway by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 41 minutes to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Gateway by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 17 minutes though. You'll usually find 32 trains per day running along the 176 miles (283 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Edinburgh Gateway, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to get to Edinburgh Gateway. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Gateway in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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