The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale to Clitheroe
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochdale to Clitheroe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Clitheroe will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 4 trains that leave Rochdale for Clitheroe 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 32 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.








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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Clitheroe
Trains from Rochdale to Clitheroe run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. 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 06:18, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 06:18 |
Last train 22:39 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Rochdale to Clitheroe trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Rochdale and Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale to Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Clitheroe
- 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
- 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
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Manchester platform: Level access via gate from station front. Hellifield platform: step free access via gentle slope from Kirkmoor Road and Gas House Lane.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus interchange adjacent to station front. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stands 9 & 10 in the Bus Interchange
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