The average train between Rochdale and Inverness takes 9h 49m and the fastest train takes 7h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Inverness. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Rochdale and Inverness. The earliest departure is at 8:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Inverness at 1:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 9h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 55m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Inverness? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Inverness station via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.
Rochdale to Inverness train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Inverness train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Inverness station.
Book your Rochdale to Inverness train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Inverness is 448.6 km. The road distance is 664 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Inverness via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Perth in around 9h 10m.