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      Edinburgh to Manchester Route Summary

      Edinburgh to Manchester bus is a popular way of traveling. For this specific route, two transport types are available: bus and train. We found up to 7 bus departures, including 1 night bus. The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh at 05:45h, arriving at Manchester at 12:20h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 19:45h, arriving at 01:30h the following day. There are 7 train departures available on this route.
      Departure station and country EdinburghUnited Kingdom
      Arrival station and country ManchesterUnited Kingdom
      Travel Distance 219 mi
      Average Trip Duration 06h 27min
      Total Departures 7
      Popular Operators National Express, Megabus UK
      Lowest Price $34
      Transportation Options Bus, Train

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      Traveling by bus from Edinburgh to Manchester

      The shortest travel distance between Edinburgh and Manchester is 219 mi. The fastest bus which departs at 19:45 has a travel time of 05:45h. The longest travel time on the route is 07:10h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom.

      Overnight buses

      If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Manchester earlier, there is 1 night bus departing from Edinburgh to Manchester. The overnight bus departs at 19:45 and arrives at 01:30 the following day. Below is the most popular night departure to Manchester:
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      Bus companies

      There is a total of 2 bus companies operating the routes. These bus companies have been rated 1 times. Here you can see the most popular bus companies operating this route and their overall rating.

      Departure and arrival stations

      If you're wanting more detailed information about either Edinburgh or Manchester, including general information, station and stop information and other popular routes, you can follow the links below.
      Edinburgh
      You can see information about the departure station and stops Edinburgh here.
      Manchester
      You can see information about the arrival station and stops Manchester here.

      Cheapest ticket prices

      Adult ticket: $34 (One-Way) or $68 (Return).

      Trip reviews from Edinburgh to Manchester

      One like-minded traveller has taken the time to leave their thoughts and review their trip from Edinburgh to Manchester. You can read the user's submitted review for the company who drove the route below.
      7.5by ANONYMOUS

      by ANONYMOUS

      change the seats

      Very nice drivers ... the most uncomfortable seats i ever try,my body was really stiff after that trip no wifi no water

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      Other popular destinations from Manchester

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      Other ways of traveling between Edinburgh and Manchester

      In case that you feel safer taking other forms of transportation, you can find alternative ways of reaching Manchester below.

      Edinburgh to Manchester Bus Summary

      Route Overview Key Info
      Departure Station Edinburgh
      Destination Station Manchester
      Daily Departures Over 7 bus departures , including more than 1 night buses.
      Earliest Departures 05:45 AM
      Latest Departure 07:45 PM
      Travel Distance 219 mi
      Travel Time 06:27

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