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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale to Reading
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochdale to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Reading will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rochdale for Reading 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 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 8 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.
11:214h21Rochdale15:42Reading£531One-way0 changes- 15:355h08Rochdale20:43Reading£1021One-way0 changes
- 11:214h21Rochdale15:42Reading£531One-way0 changes
- 15:355h08Rochdale20:43Reading£1021One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Rochdale to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 253 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£86 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Reading
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Trains from Rochdale to Reading run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:08, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 3:08 |
Last train 19:15 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Rochdale to Reading trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Rochdale and Reading from £28. 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 Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Reading
Most Rochdale to Reading trains use the Rochdale to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Rochdale and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rochdale station do trains to Reading 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 Reading station do trains from Rochdale arrive at?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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