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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale to Chester
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochdale to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Chester will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 4 trains that leave Rochdale for Chester 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 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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 Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rochdale to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Chester trains for tomorrow, Saturday 8 November. 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 | 1h19 | 06:10 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:47 Rochdale | 1h22 | 07:09 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:48 Rochdale | 1h13 | 09:01 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:21 Rochdale | 1h40 | 10:01 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Chester
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Trains from Rochdale to Chester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 03:00 |
Last train 23:16 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Rochdale to Chester trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Rochdale and Chester 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: Rochdale to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Chester
Parking
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
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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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