The average train between Oxford and Rochdale takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford 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 Oxford and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 29m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.
Oxford to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
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The distance between Oxford and Rochdale is 216.1 km. The road distance is 262 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Oxford to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 49m.