The average train between Eccles and Rochdale takes 59 min and the fastest train takes 43 min. The train service runs several times per day from Eccles 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 Eccles and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Eccles is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Deansgate and take an average of 59 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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49 min • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Eccles 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 Eccles to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Eccles (Manchester) station and arriving at Rochdale station via Deansgate station and Victoria station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.
Eccles to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Eccles (Manchester) station.
Eccles to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rochdale station.
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The distance between Eccles and Rochdale is 19 km. The road distance is 26 km.
There is no direct connection from Eccles to Rochdale. However, you can take the train to Deansgate, walk to Deansgate-Castlefield, take the vehicle to Victoria, walk to Manchester Victoria, then take the train to Rochdale.