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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rochdale (RCD)

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22

train journeys
per day

167

miles (269 kms)

3hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

06:06 / 01:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rochdale (RCD)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Rochdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale is approximately 167 miles (269 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 28 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Rochdale.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:06
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:52
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:04
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:12
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:00
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:52
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:07
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:08
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:12
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    16:01
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:52
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:05
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:12
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    18:18
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:52
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    19:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:08
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    19:34
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:11
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    20:01
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:52
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    21:01
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:07
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:12
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    22:01
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:30
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    23:15
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Rochdale
    Edinburgh Waverley to Rochdale

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Rochdale Station

Station name Rochdale (RCD)
Address Rochdale station, Station Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1DR
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:10 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:10 - 20:00
Thursday 06:10 - 20:00
Friday 06:10 - 20:45
Saturday 06:10 - 20:45
Sunday 09:00 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Rochdale

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Rochdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Rochdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:02.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Rochdale typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Rochdale can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley & Rochdale. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Rochdale.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Rochdale, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.