The average train between Bath and Rochdale takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Bath 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 4 times a day between Bath and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 5:25 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 10:04 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 37m • 3 changes


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3h 52m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bath 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 Bath to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Rochdale station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Bath to Rochdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Rochdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Bath to Rochdale train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bath and Rochdale is 249.8 km. The road distance is 311 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 59m.