The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rochdale for Sowerby Bridge every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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.






Live departures
Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:44 Rochdale | 0h22 | 08:06 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:07 Rochdale | 0h23 | 08:30 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:32 Rochdale | 0h25 | 09:57 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge
Trains from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 22m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Rochdale and Sowerby Bridge from £8. 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 Sowerby Bridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge 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 Sowerby Bridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Sowerby Bridge
- 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: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed however disabled passengers can still get access onto the platforms. Level access onto Manchester bound platforms from car park. Steeped ramp to Leeds bound platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 location: in the station forecourt and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop at the station but not many buses stop there.Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station car park.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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