The average train between Kettering and Rochdale takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering 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 Kettering and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 1:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Kettering is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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3h 47m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Kettering 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 Kettering to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Rochdale station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Kettering to Rochdale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Rochdale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Kettering to Rochdale train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Kettering and Rochdale is 165.9 km. The road distance is 230 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Rochdale via Leicester, Nuneaton, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 3h 39m.