The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale to Orpington
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$205
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochdale to Orpington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Orpington will cost around $205 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rochdale for Orpington on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 292 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 5 h 48 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 bus and train for Rochdale to Orpington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Orpington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €63.
Distance: 181 miles (292 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€63 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rochdale to Orpington train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Orpington trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:51 AM Rochdale | 5h48 | 10:39 AM Orpington | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Rochdale | 5h00 | 10:10 PM Orpington | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Orpington
Trains from Rochdale to Orpington run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€63) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 09:25. The fastest train covers the 181 miles (292 km) distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 181 miles (292 km) |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€63) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 04:32 |
Last train 09:25 |
FAQs: Trains from Rochdale to Orpington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale to Orpington 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 Orpington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rochdale to Orpington
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 21:00 Saturday 06:05 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2, 3/4 + 5- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 and 3/4 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platforms1/2 and 3/4 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on either side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E, near the exit from platform 5
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