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Compare train and bus for Rochdale to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Tickets start at around €9 compared to roughly €10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €1. The journey takes 44m versus 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Rochdale to Bradford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

9:10 PM 0h41 Rochdale 9:51 PM Bradford €5 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:10 PM 0h41 Rochdale 9:51 PM Bradford €5 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:11 AM 0h38 Rochdale 9:49 AM Bradford €10 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:10 AM 0h40 Rochdale 10:50 AM Bradford €6 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:13 PM 0h43 Rochdale 4:56 PM Bradford €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
12:12 PM 0h44 Rochdale 12:56 PM Bradford €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rochdale and Bradford as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Chadderton, Broadway and arrive in Bradford, Nelson Street N2.
- Trains mostly depart from Rochdale station (RCD) and arrive in Bradford Interchange (BDI).
- Travel with Northern Rail to go to Bradford by train.
- 7 direct trains per day with Northern Rail.
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