The average train between Blackpool and Rochdale takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is an hourly train service from Blackpool 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 hourly between Blackpool and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 11:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Rochdale station via Salford Crescent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.
Blackpool to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.
Blackpool to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rochdale station.
Book your Blackpool to Rochdale train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Blackpool and Rochdale is 62.9 km. The road distance is 94 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Rochdale via Salford Crescent in around 1h 53m.