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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Rochdale
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 31 Aug
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£29
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£32
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
3 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
3 h 50 m
Trains on 31 Aug
2
Distance
284 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Rochdale will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Fast trains
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 2 trains from Glasgow to Rochdale, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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.
8:093h52Glasgow12:01Rochdale£291One-way0 changes
8:003h48Glasgow11:48Rochdale£361One-way0 changes
- 8:003h48Glasgow11:48Rochdale£361One-way0 changes
- 8:093h52Glasgow12:01Rochdale£291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow to Rochdale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Rochdale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a flight costs an average of £160.
Distance: 284 km
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4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Glasgow to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Rochdale trains for tomorrow, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:00 Glasgow | 3h48 | 11:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:09 Glasgow | 3h52 | 12:01 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Rochdale
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Rochdale run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 4h 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 20:10 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Glasgow to Rochdale trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Rochdale from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£27
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£54
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Rochdale
Things to do in Rochdale
Discover the best of Rochdale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rochdale trip today.
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East Lancashire Railway Heywood Station
A working heritage railway with exhibitions, restored carriages and station displays, popular for scenic steam journeys from Heywood.
- Recommended
Rochdale Pioneers Museum
A local heritage venue covering the co-operative movement and social history linked with nearby Toad Lane and Rochdale pioneers.
- Must visit
Hollingworth Lake
A dramatic reservoir and moorland landscape popular for walks, birdwatching and broad Pennine views not far from central Rochdale.
- Recommended
Town Hall Square
A landscaped town-centre square by the town hall, used for events and a practical stop for architecture, photos and people-watching.
- Recommended
Toad Lane
A historic street associated with the co-operative movement, worth visiting for its heritage buildings and role in social history.
- Gluten-free
Black Pudding
A black pudding linked to nearby Bury and eaten across Greater Manchester. This blood sausage is a classic breakfast and market staple in the Rochdale area.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A hearty beef and vegetable stew long associated with Lancashire mill towns. It is traditional comfort food in Rochdale and the wider historic county.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Cheese
Crumbly cow’s milk cheese from Lancashire, often eaten with oatcakes or pies. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
Red Lion
Long-established Indian restaurant in Rochdale, popular for curries, grills and a relaxed dining room suited to groups and families.
The Royal Toby Restaurant
Smart restaurant and bar in the town centre serving modern British and European dishes, cocktails and a polished but approachable atmosphere.
The Baillie Arms
Traditional pub on Rochdale’s historic square, known for cask ales and classic British pub food in a characterful setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Rochdale is usually cheaper than Manchester for hotels, meals and local transport, making it good value for day trips and short stays.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £40+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafés usually do not expect tips, but spare change is appreciated.
FAQs: Glasgow to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Rochdale can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Glasgow to Rochdale covers a distance of 284 km and takes approximately 4h 10m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Glasgow to Rochdale is 284 km.
The first train from Glasgow to Rochdale leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Glasgow to Rochdale departs at 20:10.
Trains from Glasgow to Rochdale run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow to Rochdale.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow to Rochdale.
To get from Glasgow to Rochdale, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Glasgow to Rochdale.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to Rochdale is Glasgow Central (GLC), and it arrives at Rochdale station (RCD).
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Rochdale is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Glasgow to Rochdale in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Glasgow to Rochdale offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and the rolling hills of the Pennines, providing passengers with a varied and enjoyable visual experience.
A day trip from Glasgow to Rochdale is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 10m. However, there are 5 trains per day covering the distance of 284 km.
Typically, spending two to three days in Rochdale allows visitors to explore its local attractions, such as the Rochdale Town Hall, Touchstones Rochdale, and nearby countryside walks, while also experiencing its unique cultural offerings.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow to Rochdale.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Rochdale
Most Glasgow to Rochdale trains use the Glasgow Central to Rochdale station pair, with some services arriving at Castleton. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Rochdale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Glasgow
Arrival train stations in Rochdale
Glasgow CentralGordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Bus18, 10, 6, X8, N267, 18A, 75, 7A, 7, N18, 263, 267 · 2m · £2 · every ~78 min
SubwaySub · 26m · £2 · every ~57 min
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen StreetGlasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AF
City-centre transport
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Bus19, 38C, 38A, 38B, 38E, 38, 57A, 57 · 2m · £2 · every ~46 min
15 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
SubwaySub · 23m · £2 · every ~57 min
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
ScotstounhillScotstounhill station, 587 Anniesland Road, Scotstounhill, Glasgow City, G13 1QG
City-centre transport
Getting to Scotstounhill from Glasgow city centre
Scotstounhill is 6 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainMotherwell - Balloch, Motherwell - Garscadden, Larkhall - Balloch, Larkhall - Garscadden, Rutherglen - Dalmuir, Motherwell - Dalmuir, Whifflet - Dalmuir, Cumbernauld - Dalmuir, Larkhall - Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level - Dalmuir, Rutherglen - Balloch · 15m · £3 · every ~7 min
BusX4 · 14m · £4 · every ~5 min
N6 · 24m · £6
3 · 31m · £4 · every ~11 min
Scotstounhill train station facilities and services
Scotstounhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Scotstounhill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scotstounhill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scotstounhill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Scotstounhill: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scotstounhill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Rochdale station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Trains from Glasgow to Rochdale most often arrive at Rochdale. Some services arrive at Castleton, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Rochdale arrival station.
RochdaleRochdale station, Station Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1DR
City-centre transport
Getting to Rochdale from Rochdale city centre
TramPink Line, Rochdale Line Replacement Bus · 4m · £2 · every ~17 min
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.
CastletonCastleton station, Railway Approach, Castleton, Lancashire, OL11 3EB
City-centre transport
Getting to Castleton from Rochdale city centre
Castleton is 3 km from Rochdale city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBlackburn - Manchester Victoria, Rochdale - Blackburn, Rochdale - Clitheroe, Rochdale - Ribblehead, Rochdale - Wigan Wallgate, Rochdale - Manchester Victoria, Rochdale - Wigan North Western, Rochdale - Southport · 2m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus17, 17A · 9m · £2 · every ~22 min
881, 17, 17A · 14m · £2 · every ~22 min
434, 881, 17, 17A · 20m · £2 · every ~26 min
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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