The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Rochdale
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
7 h 9 m
Average duration
8 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
392 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Rochdale will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 2 trains that leave Aberdeen for Rochdale every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 392 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 50 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Aberdeen to Rochdale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Rochdale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 392 km
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6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Rochdale trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:57 Aberdeen | 8h50 | 13:47 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:52 Aberdeen | 7h09 | 21:01 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Rochdale
Trains from Aberdeen to Rochdale run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 17:10. The fastest train covers the 392 km distance in 6h 36m.
Distance 392 km |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 17:10 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, LNER, Cross Country, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Rochdale trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, LNER, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Rochdale from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Cross Country
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen 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
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Rochdale
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:10 - 20:00 Friday 06:10 - 20:45 Saturday 06:10 - 20:45 Sunday 09:00 - 19:40
- Car Park: Hare Street
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Located on Maclure Road across from the station entrance for buses to Bury and Bolton. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Road near the AJI Cash and Carry.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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