The average train between Rochdale and Aston takes 6h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Aston. 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 4 times a day between Rochdale and Aston. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Aston at 7:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 38m • 3 changesArrives next day



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7h 57m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Aston? 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 Aston. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Aston station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.
Rochdale to Aston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Aston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Rochdale to Aston train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Aston is 125.6 km. The road distance is 153 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily.