From Rochdale to Edinburgh by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Rochdale to Edinburgh by train. With 40 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of a train ticket between Rochdale and Edinburgh

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €87.24. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train timetable for travel between Rochdale and Edinburgh

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Rochdale to Edinburgh by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:51

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 23:42

  • First daily departure (weekend): 00:09

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:50

  • Average number of daily trains: 40 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 15 minutes

How long does the train from Rochdale to Edinburgh take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 43 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 269 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Rochdale and Edinburgh?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Rochdale to Edinburgh?

The total distance from Rochdale to Edinburgh is 269 kilometres.

How much does the train from Rochdale to Edinburgh cost?

The minimum fare on this route is €87.24. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

How far in advance can I book my Rochdale to Edinburgh train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 4 months in advance of the departure date.

What’s the travel time from Rochdale to Edinburgh by train?

The fastest journey is 3 hours and 43 minutes.