The average train between Irlam and Rochdale takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 54 min. There is a train service every few hours from Irlam 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 Irlam and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irlam is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Irlam 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 Irlam to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Irlam station and arriving at Rochdale station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.
Irlam to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Irlam station.
Irlam to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rochdale station.
Book your Irlam to Rochdale train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Irlam and Rochdale is 26.3 km. The road distance is 32 km.
You can take a train from Irlam to Rochdale via Manchester Oxford Road and Manchester Victoria in around 1h 33m.