The average train between Chichester and Rochdale takes 9h 7m and the fastest train takes 5h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Chichester 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 twice daily between Chichester and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 8:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chichester is at 7:39 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 6:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Horsham and take an average of 9h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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10h 38m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Chichester 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 Chichester to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Chichester station and arriving at Rochdale station via Horsham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.
Chichester to Rochdale train services, operated by Southern, depart from Chichester station.
Chichester to Rochdale train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Chichester to Rochdale train tickets online with Southern, Thameslink and 3 other operators.
The distance between Chichester and Rochdale is 323.1 km. The road distance is 429 km.
You can take a train from Chichester to Rochdale via Horsham, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 5h 35m.