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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochdale to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Blackpool will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rochdale for Blackpool every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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 Rochdale to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 63 km
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2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rochdale to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Blackpool trains for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:51 Rochdale | 2h02 | 06:53 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:10 Rochdale | 1h44 | 07:54 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:37 Rochdale | 1h47 | 09:24 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:10 Rochdale | 1h41 | 09:51 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Blackpool
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Trains from Rochdale to Blackpool run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:58, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 02:58 |
Last train 23:17 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Rochdale to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Rochdale and Blackpool from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rochdale to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale to Blackpool 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 Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Blackpool
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Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Car 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
Parking
DiningAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket 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
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
- 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: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Level access from Carlyle Avenue and 200 metre ramp footbridge links Ventnor Road to Carlyle Avenue near station entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Burlington Road West (Outside the Henson Hotel towards Preston) & (Outside the Big Blue Hotel towards Blackpool South) approximately 120 yards from the station.
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
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