Leeds to Rochdale train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Rochdale

Showing times and prices for 17 Apr

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

1 h 1 m

Trains per day

54

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Rochdale will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.

Fast trains

Of the 54 trains that leave Leeds for Rochdale every day 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.

  • Northern RailG92091
    10:171h18
    Leeds station (LDS)
    11:35Rochdale station (RCD)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG92085
    8:171h18
    Leeds station (LDS)
    9:35Rochdale station (RCD)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG92104
    14:171h18
    Leeds station (LDS)
    15:35Rochdale station (RCD)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailY25639
    9:421h05
    Leeds station (LDS)
    10:47Rochdale station (RCD)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailY25835
    12:121h01
    Leeds station (LDS)
    13:13Rochdale station (RCD)
    £81One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leeds to Rochdale

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Distance: 45 km

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£8

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£9

Average Price

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Average total duration

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1h 5m

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2h 3m

Average total duration

1h 33m

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Live departures

Leeds to Rochdale train times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Rochdale trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_expressL36629+northern_railG906327:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h09
8:09 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railY258327:13 Leeds station (LDS)
1h00
8:13 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36747+northern_railY254147:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
8:33 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railG920857:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
8:35 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
northern_railY254087:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h04
8:46 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36820+northern_railL055977:45 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
9:02 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
transpennine_expressL36633+northern_railY25651
On time
8:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h09
9:09 Rochdale station (RCD)
1 change
northern_railG906408:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h01
9:13 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36752+northern_railY257618:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
9:33 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railG920898:18 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
9:35 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
northern_railY256398:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h05
9:47 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36825+northern_railL056038:45 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
10:03 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
transpennine_expressL36639+northern_railG90643
On time
9:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h09
10:09 Rochdale station (RCD)
1 change
northern_railY258349:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h01
10:13 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36756+northern_railY254159:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
10:33 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railG920919:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
10:35 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
northern_railY254099:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h04
10:46 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36645+northern_railY25418
On time
10:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h12
11:12 Rochdale station (RCD)
1 change
northern_railG90649
On time
10:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h05
11:17 Rochdale station (RCD)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36759+northern_railY2541610:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
11:33 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railG9209410:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
11:35 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
northern_railY2564010:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h04
11:46 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36651+northern_railG9065111:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h09
12:09 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railY2583511:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h01
12:13 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36764+northern_railY2576211:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
12:33 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railY2577311:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
12:35 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
northern_railY25410
On time
11:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h04
12:46 Rochdale station (RCD)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36843+northern_railL0559211:45 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
13:02 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
transpennine_expressL36657+northern_railY2541912:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h09
13:09 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railG9065812:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h01
13:13 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36769+northern_railY2576312:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
13:33 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railG9210112:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
13:35 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
northern_railY2564112:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h05
13:47 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36849+northern_railL0559812:45 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
14:02 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railY2583713:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h01
14:13 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36772+northern_railY2576413:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
14:33 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railG9210413:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
14:35 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
northern_railY2541113:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h04
14:46 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36854+northern_railL0560413:45 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
15:02 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railY2583814:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h01
15:13 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36775+northern_railY2541714:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
15:33 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railG9210914:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
15:35 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
northern_railY2576014:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h05
15:47 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36860+northern_railL0560914:45 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
16:02 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
transpennine_expressL36675+northern_railY2542015:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h09
16:09 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railG9067415:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h01
16:13 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36778+northern_railY2576515:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
16:33 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railY2577615:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
16:35 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
northern_railY2564815:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h04
16:46 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36866+northern_railL0558315:45 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
17:02 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
transpennine_expressL36681+northern_railG90675
On time
16:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h09
17:09 Rochdale station (RCD)
1 change
northern_railY2583916:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h06
17:18 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36783+northern_railY2576716:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
17:33 Rochdale station (RCD)1 change
northern_railG9211416:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h18
17:35 Rochdale station (RCD)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds to Rochdale

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Trains from Leeds to Rochdale run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 1h 1m.

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
Distance
45 km
Average train duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 1m
First train
0:10
Last train
23:52
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
4 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

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Leeds to Rochdale trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Leeds and Rochdale from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail frequency
26 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
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 Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
£9
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

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
£34
first_transpennine_express frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Leeds to Rochdale train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leeds to Rochdale can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Leeds to Rochdale covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 1h 1m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Leeds to Rochdale is 45 km.
The first train from Leeds to Rochdale leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Leeds to Rochdale departs at 23:52.
Trains from Leeds to Rochdale run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leeds to Rochdale.
Yes, there is a direct train between Leeds and Rochdale. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.
To get from Leeds to Rochdale, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Leeds to Rochdale.
The train station in Leeds that goes to Rochdale is Leeds station (LDS), and it arrives at Rochdale station (RCD).
The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Rochdale is by train, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Leeds 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 Leeds to Rochdale offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the rolling hills of West Yorkshire, charming villages, and stretches of picturesque countryside, providing a moderately scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from Leeds to Rochdale is feasible with a travel time of 1h 1m and a distance of 45 km between the two cities. Trains run 7 times per day.
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 Leeds to Rochdale.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Rochdale

Leeds
Rochdale
The major train station for departures in Leeds is Leeds. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your trip from Leeds to Rochdale.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Caffè Nero
  • KFC
  • Leon
  • McDonald's
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Pret a Manger
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • Delice de France
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
  • The Queens Hotel
  • Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transport options for Leeds
  • Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
  • 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
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Bramley (West Yorks)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
  • Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Headingley
  • Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
  • Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676

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