What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Manchester is 195 miles. The road distance is 215.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £80 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Haymarket station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs £45 - £140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £150 and takes 4h 29m, you could also bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly to Manchester Airport
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2h 52m
£46–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Air
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 29m
£33–59
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 29m
£84–150
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Manchesterrideshare 214.2 mi
3h 52m
Drive 214.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchestercar 214.2 mi
3h 52m
£52–76
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3h 52m
£62–169
Train via Wigan Wallgate
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
4h 50m
£78–145

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester by tram and train

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Distance: 193.9 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Manchester, England?

easyJet, Ryanair, and four other airlines fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, TransPennine Express operates a train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 4m.

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