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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Rochdale
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Rochdale will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 3 trains that leave Middlesbrough for Rochdale every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Middlesbrough to Rochdale
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Rochdale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 122 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£82 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Middlesbrough to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Rochdale trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:21 Middlesbrough | 3h24 | 18:45 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:17 Middlesbrough | 3h05 | 21:22 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
| 04:48 Middlesbrough | 2h59 | 07:47 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:14 Middlesbrough | 2h47 | 09:01 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:25 Middlesbrough | 3h12 | 10:37 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Rochdale
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Trains from Middlesbrough to Rochdale run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:31 |
Train companies: first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Middlesbrough to Rochdale trainsfirst_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Rochdale from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Middlesbrough to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Middlesbrough and Rochdale
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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
- Car Park: Hare Street
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
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