The average train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Edinburgh takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Ashton-under-Lyne and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 12:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Ashton-under-Lyne is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 11:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 4m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh train tickets online with Metrolink and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Edinburgh is 282.8 km. The road distance is 365 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 17m.