The average train between Bridgwater and Rochdale takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Bridgwater 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 every 3 hours between Bridgwater and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bridgwater is at 4:26 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 9:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Bridgwater station and arriving at Rochdale station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Bridgwater to Rochdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bridgwater station.
Bridgwater to Rochdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Bridgwater to Rochdale train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bridgwater and Rochdale is 282.7 km. The road distance is 348 km.
You can take a train from Bridgwater to Rochdale via Bristol Temple Meads, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 5h 24m.