What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to University of Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to University of Manchester is to rideshare which costs £15 - £28 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to University of Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to University of Manchester is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and University of Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to University of Manchester?

The distance between Edinburgh and University of Manchester is 223 miles. The road distance is 212.2 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to University of Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to University of Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to University of Manchester?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Road takes 3h 9m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to University of Manchester train from?

Edinburgh to University of Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or fly from Edinburgh to University of Manchester?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to University of Manchester is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Edinburgh to University of Manchester train arrive?

Edinburgh to University of Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to University of Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to University of Manchester is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Edinburgh to University of Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to University of Manchester?

Book your Edinburgh to University of Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near University of Manchester?

There are 3660+ hotels available in University of Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to University of Manchester?

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

Edinburgh to University of Manchester - 7 ways to travel via train

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to University of Manchester by train, rideshare, plane, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 24m
£80–140
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Manchesterrideshare 209.3 mi
4h 44m
£15–28
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
4h 45m
£52–148
Train, line 610 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North Westerntrain
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Leigh Bus Stationbus 610 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to University Shopping Centrebus V1
4h 49m
£79–126
Drive 210.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to University of Manchestercar 210.9 mi
3h 53m
£51–74
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 Oxford Roadtrain
5h 30m
£70–184
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 44m
£72–170

Edinburgh to University of Manchester by train and foot

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Distance: 221.6 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and University of Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and four other airlines fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 3 hours.

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