Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale

Showing times and prices for 17 Jun

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£4

Fastest journey

54 m

Average duration

58 m

Trains per day

Distance

29 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MAN) for Rochdale every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .

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.

21:480h54

Manchester Airport (MAN)

22:42Rochdale

£41One-way

0 changes

17:481h01

Manchester Airport (MAN)

18:49Rochdale

£41One-way

0 changes

Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale

United Kingdom

Trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale run on average 10 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

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

29 km

Average train duration

59m

Cheapest ticket price

£3

Trains per day

Fastest train

54m

First train

05:17

Last train

21:48

Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) and TransPennine Express trains Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale

For as little as £4 you can travel by train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Rochdale with Northern Rail (3) and TransPennine Express. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operator in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The train provider operates local and regional trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Train information from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 1 h 1 min
Cheapest Price: £4
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 33 a day

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.

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale train information with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 49 min
Cheapest Price: £9

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale is £4; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale train travel time is 1 h for the 18 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale leaves at 06: 36. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale leaves at 13: 17.

There are 10 trains a day from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Rochdale to compare what amenities they may offer.

A day trip to Rochdale from Manchester Airport (MAN) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale is September.

You have options as you can travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rochdale 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MAN) and Rochdale

Manchester

Rochdale

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

information

Address

Rochdale station, Station Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1DR

Ticket Office Hours

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

Parking

Car Park: Hare Street

Accessibility

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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: on platform
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transport options for Rochdale

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

Castleton

Amenities at train station

Parking

Accessibility

Lost and Found Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

information

Address

Castleton station, Railway Approach, Castleton, Lancashire, OL11 3EB

Distance to city center

3 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transport options for Castleton

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