The average train between Rochdale and Ashford takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is an hourly train service from Rochdale to Ashford. 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 Rochdale and Ashford. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Ashford at 8:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 57m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Ashford? 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 Rochdale to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Ashford station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Rochdale to Ashford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Ashford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Rochdale to Ashford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Ashford is 343.1 km. The road distance is 403 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Ashford International via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h.