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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 4 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent for Rochdale every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 46 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£29 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:50 Stoke-on-Trent | 3h46 | 08:36 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:50 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h22 | 11:12 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h44 | 11:33 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h44 | 19:33 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale
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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 22:11 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent and Rochdale from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stoke-on-Trent and Rochdale
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
- Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Car 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLost 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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