9:351h15Chorley10:50Rochdale£101One-way0 changes
9:351h15Chorley10:50Rochdale£101One-way0 changes
Live departures
Chorley to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Chorley to Rochdale trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:37 Chorley | 1h11 | 20:48 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:37 Chorley | 1h15 | 21:52 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:37 Chorley | 1h03 | 22:40 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:03 Chorley | 1h54 | 23:57 Rochdale | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
![]() | 9:35 Chorley | 1h15 | 10:50 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chorley to Rochdale
Trains from Chorley to Rochdale run on average 3 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 23:16 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Chorley to Rochdale trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Chorley and Rochdale from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chorley to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chorley 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 Chorley and Rochdale
Most Chorley to Rochdale trains use the Chorley to Rochdale station pair, with some services arriving at Castleton. Use this guide to compare Chorley and Rochdale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chorley station do trains to Rochdale leave from?
Getting to Chorley from Chorley city centre
Chorley train station facilities and services
Chorley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chorley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chorley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chorley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chorley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chorley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access via short ramp or steps from station front into ticket office and onto Preston platform. Level access via side gate onto Preston platform when ticket office closed. Level access from station front via ramped underpass and side street through entrance onto Manchester platform. A stepped subway also connects the two platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Rochdale station do trains from Chorley arrive at?
Getting to Rochdale from Rochdale city centre
Rochdale train station facilities and services
Rochdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rochdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rochdale.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rochdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rochdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochdale: 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.
Getting to Castleton from Rochdale city centre
Castleton is 3 km from Rochdale city centre. Public transport options include:
Castleton train station facilities and services
Castleton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castleton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Castleton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, From Manchester Road down 41 steps to Manchester platform or 42 steps to the Rochdale platform. From the station approach roads, there is level access onto both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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