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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Rochdale
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Rochdale will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 3 trains that leave York for Rochdale 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 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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 York to Rochdale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York 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 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 80 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£29 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Rochdale train times
The table below shows live departures for York 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:22 York | 1h51 | 09:13 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
| 03:59 York | 2h15 | 06:14 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Rochdale
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Rochdale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from York to Rochdale trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between York and Rochdale 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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TransPennine Express
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Cross Country
FAQs: York to Rochdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York and Rochdale
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
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- 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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