What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Media City Salford Quays, Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at MediaCityUK via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester?

The distance between Edinburgh and Media City Salford Quays, Manchester is 226 miles. The road distance is 209.9 miles.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester train from?

Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 4h 55m.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester.

Where can I stay near Media City Salford Quays, Manchester?

There are 3660+ hotels available in Media City Salford Quays, Manchester.

Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester

Q: How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 45m
£80–136
Drive 208.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchestercar 208.7 mi
3h 50m
£51–73
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
4h 55m
£54–150
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 48m
£75–139
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
5h 56m
£72–188
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 55m
£74–172

Edinburgh to Media City Salford Quays, Manchester by train, tram, and foot

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Distance: 224.4 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Media City Salford Quays, Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and four other airlines fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 3 hours.

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