4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Rochdale
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Rochdale will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Rochdale on Mon, Jul 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 268 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 49 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 3 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:12 AM3h49Edinburgh12:01 PMRochdale$691One-way0 transfers
- 8:12 AM3h49Edinburgh12:01 PMRochdale$691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Rochdale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Rochdale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $344.
Distance: 166 miles (268 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $344 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Rochdale:
A bus is $59 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Rochdale costing on average $86 (€71).
A bus is $318 (€262) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Rochdale costing on average $344 (€283).
Other travel options to Rochdale take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
Flight takes on average 6h 0m.
You'll arrive about 43m sooner (3h 48m by train vs 4h 31m by car). Tickets start at around $86 (€71) compared to roughly $73 (€60) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Rochdale trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:12 AM Edinburgh | 3h49 | 12:01 PM Rochdale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Rochdale
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Trains from Edinburgh to Rochdale run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€57) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 166 miles (268 km) distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 166 miles (268 km) |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€57) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Rochdale trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Rochdale from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Rochdale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Rochdale by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rochdale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Rochdale
Most Edinburgh to Rochdale trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale station pair, with some services arriving at Castleton. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Rochdale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Rochdale station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Rochdale from Rochdale city centre
Rochdale train station facilities and services
Rochdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rochdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rochdale.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rochdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rochdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochdale: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to the station and platforms via lifts, which are available during station staffing hours, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Castleton from Rochdale city centre
Castleton is 3 km from Rochdale city centre. Public transport options include:
Castleton train station facilities and services
Castleton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castleton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Castleton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, From Manchester Road down 41 steps to Manchester platform or 42 steps to the Rochdale platform. From the station approach roads, there is level access onto both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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