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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 15 m
Trains on 23 Sept
1
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 £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 1 trains from Rochdale to Manchester Airport, including 1 direct services.
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.
6:211h15Rochdale7:36Manchester Airport£51One-way0 changes
- 6:211h15Rochdale7:36Manchester Airport£51One-way0 changes
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 train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 29 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (37m by train vs 46m by car). Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Rochdale to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:21 Rochdale | 1h15 | 7:36 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 27 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 14:14. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 27m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 27 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 14:14 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Rochdale to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Rochdale and Manchester Airport 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 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Manchester Airport
Most Rochdale to Manchester Airport trains use the Rochdale to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Rochdale and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Rochdale from Rochdale city centre
Rochdale train station facilities and services
Rochdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rochdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rochdale.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rochdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rochdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochdale: 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.
Getting to Castleton from Rochdale city centre
Castleton is 3 km from Rochdale city centre. Public transport options include:
Castleton train station facilities and services
Castleton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castleton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Castleton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleton: 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.
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