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Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Ashton-under-Lyne takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 57m
Duration
227 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Ashton-under-Lyne. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Ashton-under-Lyne at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 51m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 51m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 51m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 51m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 51m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 51m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 226.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Ashton-under-Lyne, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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