The average train between Barnstaple and Rochdale takes 8h 25m and the fastest train takes 5h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Rochdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Barnstaple and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 3:04 PM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 8h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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6h 28m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Rochdale? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple station and arriving at Rochdale station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.
Barnstaple to Rochdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.
Barnstaple to Rochdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Barnstaple to Rochdale train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Barnstaple and Rochdale is 310.3 km. The road distance is 476 km.
You can take a train from Barnstaple to Rochdale via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 6h 40m.