The average train between Poole and Rochdale takes 6h 51m and the fastest train takes 5h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Poole 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 every 4 hours between Poole and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 6:07 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Bournemouth and take an average of 6h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 58m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Poole 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 Poole to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Rochdale station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.
Poole to Rochdale train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Poole to Rochdale train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Poole to Rochdale train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Poole and Rochdale is 323 km. The road distance is 437 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 44m.