The average train between Eccles and Rochdale takes 48 min and the fastest train takes 43 min. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Eccles and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Eccles is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 11:33 PM. All services require a transfer at Deansgate and take an average of 48 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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45 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 station and arriving at Rochdale station via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 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.
Book your Eccles to Rochdale train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Metrolink.
The distance between Eccles and Rochdale is 19 km. The road distance is 24 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.