Manchester to Rochdale train

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Cheap train tickets and timesManchester to Rochdale

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Rochdale start from £8 with an average ticket price of £8.

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Cheapest Price

£8

Average Price

18 m

Fastest Journey

18 m

Average

Trains per day

16 km

Distance

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Overview: Train from Manchester to Rochdale

Distance	10 miles
Average train duration	12 min
Average train ticket price	£4 (€5)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day
Train companies	Northern Rail (3)

Trains from Manchester to Rochdale cover the 10 miles long journey taking on average 12 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail (3). Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £2, but the average price of train tickets is £4. Travellers depart most frequently from Manchester Victoria and arrive in Rochdale.

Train providers: Northern Rail (3) trains Manchester to Rochdale

You can travel by train from Manchester to Rochdale with Northern Rail (3) for as low as £2. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains from Manchester to Rochdale. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Manchester to Rochdale train information with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 12 min
Cheapest Price: £2
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 51 a day

FAQs: Manchester to Rochdale train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester 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 to Rochdale.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Rochdale can start from as little as £2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester 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 to Rochdale train time is 12 min covering the 10 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester to Rochdale leaves at 04: 51. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to Rochdale leaves at 22: 03.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to Rochdale without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 25 direct trains from Manchester to Rochdale each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Manchester to Rochdale train with Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Manchester and Rochdale as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 03.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Victoria, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Rochdale, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Rochdale from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 12 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Rochdale by train is June.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Rochdale including taking a train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Rochdale

Manchester

Rochdale

The major railway station for departures from Manchester is Manchester Victoria. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Victoria for your trip from Manchester to Rochdale.

Manchester Victoria Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY

Public transport options for Manchester Victoria

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.