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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochdale to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Manchester Airport will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rochdale for Manchester Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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 Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 29 km
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1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rochdale to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 09:10 Rochdale | 1h15 | 10:25 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Rochdale to Manchester Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:37, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 54m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 08:37 |
Last train 18:35 |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Rochdale to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Rochdale and Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Manchester Airport
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- 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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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
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