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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Prescot
Take a train from Rochdale to Prescot and enjoy the approximately 48 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 21:47.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 21:47 |
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Train companies: Northern Rail from Rochdale to Prescot trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Rochdale and Prescot. 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 Prescot train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale to Prescot 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 Prescot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Prescot
Most Rochdale to Prescot trains use the Rochdale to Prescot station pair, with some services arriving at Eccleston Park. Use this guide to compare Rochdale and Prescot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rochdale station do trains to Prescot leave from?
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.
Which Prescot station do trains from Rochdale arrive at?
Getting to Prescot from Prescot city centre
Prescot train station facilities and services
Prescot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prescot.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prescot.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prescot: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prescot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prescot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, access to all platforms using station lifts, a stepped footbridge is also available, station is fully accessible, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Eccleston Park from Prescot city centre
Eccleston Park is 1 km from Prescot city centre. Public transport options include:
Eccleston Park train station facilities and services
Eccleston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eccleston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eccleston Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Eccleston Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eccleston Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Access to Wigan platform down a 25 metre ramp from Portico Lane. Use road bridge to access platform from ticket office. It should be noted that the road bridge has a very narrow footpath, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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.
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