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Touchstones Rochdale
Rochdale’s main museum explores local history, art and natural heritage inside a restored historic building in the town centre.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£2
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£5
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
12 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
12 m
Trains on 15 Oct
20
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester 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 to Rochdale will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 20 trains from Manchester to Rochdale, including 18 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 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.
L89314
C32600
C32620
P24114
L89242
G89109
G89241
G89133
G89110
P24118Trains from Manchester to Rochdale run on average 12 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 12m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 3 days |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Rochdale trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89540 · L89237 | 5:08 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h41 | 6:49 Rochdale station (RCD) | 1 change | |
G89184 | 5:51 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h18 | 6:09 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24114 | 7:03 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h13 | 7:16 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89314 | 7:08 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h21 | 7:29 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89109 | 7:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h12 | 7:33 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89242 | 7:36 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h13 | 7:49 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32600 | 7:41 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h21 | 8:02 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89194 | 7:57 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h15 | 8:12 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24118 | 8:04 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h13 | 8:17 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89556 · L89246 | 8:08 Deansgate (DGT) | 0h41 | 8:49 Rochdale station (RCD) | 1 change | |
C32614 | 8:09 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h21 | 8:30 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89110 | 8:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h13 | 8:34 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89246 | 8:36 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h13 | 8:49 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32620 | 8:41 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h21 | 9:02 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24116 | 17:03 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h13 | 17:16 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89318 | 17:08 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h21 | 17:29 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89133 | 17:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h12 | 17:33 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89276 | 17:36 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h13 | 17:49 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32608 | 17:41 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h21 | 18:02 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89241 | 17:57 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h12 | 18:09 Rochdale station (RCD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Rochdale trains use the Manchester Victoria to Rochdale station pair, with some services arriving at Castleton. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Rochdale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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: Yes.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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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