Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Littleborough | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Rochdale | Manchester Airport | No tags | ||||
| Train | Littleborough | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Littleborough | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Littleborough | Manchester Victoria | No tags |
Get from Rochdale to Manchester
The journey takes about 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at R 70
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochdale to Manchester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Rochdale to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Rochdale to Manchester start from R 70. The average price for this train route is around R 108. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rochdale to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Rochdale to Manchester is 22m, covering a distance of 15 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Rochdale to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 18 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rochdale to Manchester?
The earliest train from Rochdale to Manchester departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:45.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rochdale to Manchester was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 58To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Rochdale to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 58 to R 178 for a train ticket from Rochdale to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 58, which is on 2025-12-13.
