The cheapest and fastest trains from Halifax to Rochdale
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halifax to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halifax to Rochdale will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 4 trains that leave Halifax for Rochdale every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.








Live departures
Halifax to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Halifax to Rochdale trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:45 Halifax | 0h29 | 05:14 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:17 Halifax | 0h30 | 05:47 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halifax to Rochdale
Trains from Halifax to Rochdale run on average 4 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 27m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Halifax to Rochdale trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Halifax and Rochdale from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Halifax to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halifax 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 Halifax and Rochdale
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are open during station opening hours. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The nearest public toilets are a 5 minute walk from the station.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Horton Street. (200 yards from the Station)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Along Manchester Road, but not nearby the station, for buses to Manchester, Middleton or Rochdale. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On Manchester Road above the railway station
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- 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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