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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
22 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
23 m
Trains on 15 Sept
12
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 £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 12 trains from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge, including 12 direct services.
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 23 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.
6:100h26Rochdale6:36Sowerby Bridge£51One-way0 changes- 6:450h26Rochdale7:11Sowerby Bridge£51One-way0 changes
- 6:500h32Rochdale7:22Sowerby Bridge£51One-way0 changes
- 7:090h22Rochdale7:31Sowerby Bridge£51One-way0 changes
- 7:340h23Rochdale7:57Sowerby Bridge£51One-way0 changes
- 7:090h22Rochdale7:31Sowerby Bridge£51One-way0 changes
- 8:350h22Rochdale8:57Sowerby Bridge£51One-way0 changes
- 7:340h23Rochdale7:57Sowerby Bridge£51One-way0 changes
- 8:120h23Rochdale8:35Sowerby Bridge£51One-way0 changes
- 9:340h23Rochdale9:57Sowerby Bridge£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge 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 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Sowerby Bridge take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 2m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (26m by train vs 36m by car). Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £4 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.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
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 Sowerby Bridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:10 Rochdale | 0h26 | 6:36 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:45 Rochdale | 0h26 | 7:11 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:50 Rochdale | 0h32 | 7:22 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:09 Rochdale | 0h22 | 7:31 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:34 Rochdale | 0h23 | 7:57 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:50 Rochdale | 0h31 | 8:21 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:12 Rochdale | 0h23 | 8:35 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:35 Rochdale | 0h22 | 8:57 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:50 Rochdale | 0h32 | 9:22 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:34 Rochdale | 0h23 | 9:57 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:50 Rochdale | 0h31 | 10:21 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:34 Rochdale | 0h23 | 10:57 Sowerby Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. 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 28m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited 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
Most Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge trains use the Rochdale to Sowerby Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Rochdale and Sowerby Bridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rochdale station do trains to Sowerby Bridge 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 Sowerby Bridge station do trains from Rochdale arrive at?
Getting to Sowerby Bridge from Sowerby Bridge city centre
Sowerby Bridge train station facilities and services
Sowerby Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sowerby Bridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sowerby Bridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sowerby Bridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sowerby Bridge: 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.
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