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Compare coach and train for Scarborough to Rochdale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scarborough to Rochdale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 136 km
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Live departures
Scarborough to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Scarborough to Rochdale trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 19:54 Scarborough | 2h57 | 22:51 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Scarborough to Rochdale by coach or train
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Why should you book Scarborough to Rochdale trains with Omio?
Transpennine Express operates all trains services from Scarborough to Rochdale.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Scarborough to Rochdale.
Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Scarborough to Rochdale.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Scarborough to Rochdale.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Scarborough to Rochdale
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Scarborough to Rochdale run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 57m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 21:10 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Train companies: Transpennine Express from Scarborough to Rochdale trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Scarborough and Rochdale from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 57m
Cheapest Price
£19
Transpennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Scarborough to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough to Rochdale 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 Rochdale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Scarborough to Rochdale can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Scarborough to Rochdale covers a distance of 136 km and takes approximately 2h 57m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Scarborough to Rochdale is 136 km.
The first train from Scarborough to Rochdale leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Scarborough to Rochdale departs at 21:10.
Trains from Scarborough to Rochdale run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Scarborough to Rochdale.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Scarborough to Rochdale.
To get from Scarborough to Rochdale, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Scarborough to Rochdale.
The train station in Scarborough that goes to Rochdale is Scarborough station (SCA), and it arrives at Rochdale station (RCD).
The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Rochdale is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Scarborough to Rochdale in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Typically, spending two to three days in Rochdale allows visitors to explore its local attractions, such as the Rochdale Town Hall, Touchstones Rochdale, and nearby countryside walks, while also experiencing its unique cultural offerings.
Yes, you can take the train from Scarborough to Rochdale.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Scarborough and Rochdale
Scarborough
Rochdale
The major train station for departures in Scarborough is Scarborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scarborough for your trip from Scarborough to Rochdale.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Scarborough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up /Drop off at the service bus stops on the main road outside of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Rochdale is Rochdale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rochdale for your journey to Rochdale from Scarborough.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Hare Street
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Rochdale
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Castleton
- 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
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