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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Rochdale
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Rochdale will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sheffield for Rochdale 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 53 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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
Sheffield to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Rochdale trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 17:14 Sheffield | 2h15 | 19:29 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
| 02:53 Sheffield | 2h49 | 05:42 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:08 Sheffield | 2h01 | 06:09 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Rochdale
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Trains from Sheffield to Rochdale run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Sheffield to Rochdale trainsEast Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Rochdale from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Flights from Barcelona to Madrid: Journey Details
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FAQs: Sheffield to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Rochdale
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station.
- 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: 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: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
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Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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
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