The average train between Plymouth and Rochdale takes 6h 25m and the fastest train takes 5h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Rochdale station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.
Plymouth to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Plymouth to Rochdale train tickets online with Cross Country, Metrolink and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Plymouth and Rochdale is 385.7 km. The road distance is 497 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Rochdale via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 5h 54m.