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Compare train and coach for Derby to Rochdale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Rochdale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 89 km
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Why should you book Derby to Rochdale trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Rochdale.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Rochdale.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Derby to Rochdale.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Rochdale
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Trains from Derby to Rochdale run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 89 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 21:03 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to Rochdale trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Rochdale from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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 Derby and Rochdale
Most Derby to Rochdale trains use the Derby to Rochdale station pair, with some services arriving at Castleton. Use this guide to compare Derby and Rochdale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Rochdale leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Rochdale station do trains from Derby 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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