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.
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.

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3h 51m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne? 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 Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Metrolink.
The distance between Edinburgh and Ashton-under-Lyne is 282.8 km. The road distance is 365 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 3h 14m.