The average train between Leicester and Rochdale takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Rochdale station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Leicester to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Leicester to Rochdale train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Rochdale is 128.5 km. The road distance is 186 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Rochdale via Nuneaton, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 52m.