The average train between Manchester and South Queensferry takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to South Queensferry. 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 Manchester and South Queensferry. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:24 PM which arrives into South Queensferry at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to South Queensferry. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at South Queensferry station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Manchester to South Queensferry train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Manchester to South Queensferry train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Manchester to South Queensferry train tickets online with TransPennine Express and ScotRail.
The distance between Manchester and South Queensferry is 288.8 km. The road distance is 366 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 8m.