Edinburgh to Rochdale by train
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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Rochdale
Find the key information for travelling by train from Edinburgh to Rochdale, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Going from Edinburgh to Rochdale by train
About to set off from Edinburgh to Rochdale by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.
Train ticket cost for journeys between Edinburgh and Rochdale
Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$76.50, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .
How to find cheap train tickets
Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.
Edinburgh to Rochdale departure frequency and train timetable
With 33 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 14 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:40 and the last one is at 22:13. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:06, with the last one at 23:15.
Travel time and distance between Edinburgh and Rochdale
The route’s fastest journey takes 3 hours and 39 minutes, covering a total of 269 kilometres.
Booking horizon for travel between Edinburgh and Rochdale
Tickets for travel between Edinburgh and Rochdale can be booked 3 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.
Maximising your travels to Rochdale
For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Rochdale.
FAQs about the train journey from Edinburgh to Rochdale
Want to know more about your journey from Edinburgh to Rochdale? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey from Edinburgh to Rochdale covers 269 kilometres in total.
The lowest price on this route is US$76.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .
You can book your tickets 3 and a half months in advance for this route.
The fastest journey is 3 hours and 39 minutes.
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