4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Rochdale
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Rochdale will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 4 trains that leave Preston for Rochdale every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
Live departures
Preston to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Rochdale trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:20 Preston | 1h29 | 16:49 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Rochdale
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Trains from Preston to Rochdale run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 23:16 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Preston to Rochdale trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Preston and Rochdale from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Rochdale
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
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