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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Rochdale

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

G30171

05:51AM0h18

Manchester Victoria (MCV)

06:09AMRochdale station (RCD)

$91One-way

0 transfers

Live departures

Manchester to Rochdale

Showing trains for today, Sunday, December 8

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
G34821	On time 08:29AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0h14	08:43AM Rochdale station (RCD)	0 transfersDirect
G35776	On time 08:33AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0h20	08:53AM Rochdale station (RCD)	0 transfersDirect
G34853	On time 08:54AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0h12	09:06AM Rochdale station (RCD)	0 transfersDirect
G35778	On time 09:00AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0h20	09:20AM Rochdale station (RCD)	0 transfersDirect
G36567	On time 09:20AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0h12	09:32AM Rochdale station (RCD)	0 transfersDirect
G34856	On time 09:54AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0h12	10:06AM Rochdale station (RCD)	0 transfersDirect
Monday, December 9
G30171	On time 05:51AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0h18	06:09AM Rochdale station (RCD)	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Manchester to Rochdale

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Fastest Journey

18 m

Average

18 m

Trains per day

Distance

16 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Rochdale every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

G30171

05:51AM0h18

Manchester Victoria (MCV)

06:09AMRochdale station (RCD)

$91One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Rochdale

Trains from Manchester to Rochdale run on average 8 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.

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

Distance

9 miles (16 km)

Average train duration

29m

Cheapest ticket price

$3 (€3)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

12m

First train

00:01

Last train

23:58

Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Rochdale trains

Travel to Rochdale from Manchester from $3 (€3) with Omio’s train partners Northern Rail (3)! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Rochdale train information:

Average Duration: 12 min
Cheapest Price: $3
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 51 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Rochdale

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester to Rochdale easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Rochdale.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Rochdale can start from as little as $3 (€3) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Rochdale is $6 (€5); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester to Rochdale train travel time is 12 min for the 10 mile (16 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester to Rochdale leaves at 12: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to Rochdale leaves at 11: 58 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to Rochdale without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 8 direct trains from Manchester to Rochdale each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Manchester to Rochdale, you can count on Northern Rail (3) for the best way to get you to Rochdale. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Rochdale from Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 58 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Victoria, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Rochdale, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Rochdale from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 12 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Rochdale is August.

You have options as you can travel to Rochdale from Manchester 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Manchester to Rochdale

Manchester

Rochdale

The major train station for departures in Manchester is Moston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Moston for your trip from Manchester to Rochdale.

Moston

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Lost and Found Office

Address

Moston station, Hollinwood Avenue, Moston, Greater Manchester, M40 0JT

Phone Number

+44 800 200 6060

Distance to city center

6 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Dining

Subway

Accessibility

Staff help available: No
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Services Towards Manchester : From Hollinwood Avenue, along a path (75 paces, 1:14 variable slope) onto the platform. Services towards Rochdale : From Hollinwood Avenue, through a 4ft gate and down a ramp (65 paces, 1:12 variable slope) onto the platform.
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: No
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Public transit options for Moston

Onward travel information: On both sides of Hollinwood Avenue for buses to Cheetham Hill, Rochdale, Oldham or Manchester. Busline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Hollinwood Ave on bridge above station platform 1 entrance.
Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811

Manchester Victoria Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15

Parking

Car Park: No

Dining

Costa
Annyeong
Franco Manca
Katsouris Deli

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
Baby changing facilities: No

Hotel

Copperhead Hotel
The Light Boutique ApartHotel
The Works ApartHotel
Travelodge

Public transit options for Manchester Victoria

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.