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Rochdale’s main museum explores local history, art and natural heritage inside a restored historic building in the town centre.










The table below shows live departures for Hindley to Rochdale trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 6:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:12 Hindley | 0h56 | 7:08 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:26 Hindley | 0h49 | 7:15 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 7:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:12 Hindley | 0h59 | 8:11 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 8:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 9:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 9:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 10:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:56 Hindley | 0h53 | 10:49 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 11:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 11:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:12 Hindley | 0h59 | 12:11 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:56 Hindley | 0h51 | 12:47 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 13:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 13:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 14:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:56 Hindley | 0h54 | 14:50 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:12 Hindley | 0h54 | 15:06 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:56 Hindley | 0h54 | 15:50 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:12 Hindley | 1h00 | 16:12 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 16:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 17:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 17:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 18:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 18:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 19:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 19:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 20:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:56 Hindley | 0h52 | 20:48 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 21:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:56 Hindley | 0h56 | 21:52 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:12 Hindley | 0h57 | 22:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:51 Hindley | 0h49 | 22:40 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:13 Hindley | 0h56 | 23:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:56 Hindley | 1h01 | 23:57 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:12 Hindley | 6h57 | 6:09 Rochdale | 1 change | |
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Trains from Hindley to Rochdale run on average 7 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 49m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 23:16 |
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Discover the best of Rochdale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rochdale trip today.
Rochdale’s main museum explores local history, art and natural heritage inside a restored historic building in the town centre.
A working heritage railway with exhibitions, restored carriages and station displays, popular for scenic steam journeys from Heywood.
A local heritage venue covering the co-operative movement and social history linked with nearby Toad Lane and Rochdale pioneers.
A dramatic reservoir and moorland landscape popular for walks, birdwatching and broad Pennine views not far from central Rochdale.
A landscaped town-centre square by the town hall, used for events and a practical stop for architecture, photos and people-watching.
A historic street associated with the co-operative movement, worth visiting for its heritage buildings and role in social history.
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.
A hearty beef and vegetable stew long associated with Lancashire mill towns. It is traditional comfort food in Rochdale and the wider historic county.
Crumbly cow’s milk cheese from Lancashire, often eaten with oatcakes or pies. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
Long-established Indian restaurant in Rochdale, popular for curries, grills and a relaxed dining room suited to groups and families.
Smart restaurant and bar in the town centre serving modern British and European dishes, cocktails and a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Traditional pub on Rochdale’s historic square, known for cask ales and classic British pub food in a characterful setting.
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.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hindley 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.

Most Hindley to Rochdale trains use the Hindley to Rochdale station pair, with some services arriving at Castleton. Use this guide to compare Hindley and Rochdale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hindley is 1 km from Hindley city centre. Public transport options include:
Hindley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hindley.
Ticket office support is available at Hindley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hindley: Parking.
Available at Hindley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hindley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Services towards Manchester along a short pathway, down a stepped ramp (19 paces) then down 31 steps onto the platform. Services towards Wigan : Up 2 steps to the right of the bridge, along the underpass (25 paces) to the ticket office. Down 4 steps, along the footbridge (12 paces), down 4 steps, turn right and down a further 24 steps onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Rochdale.
Ticket office support is available at Rochdale.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rochdale: Parking, WC.
Available at Rochdale: Bike Parking.
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.
Castleton is 3 km from Rochdale city centre. Public transport options include:
Castleton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Castleton: Parking.
Available at Castleton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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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