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Trip Overview

The average train between Rochdale and Bournemouth takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 56m
Duration
266 mi
Distance
£136
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Rochdale to Bournemouth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Rochdale and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 28m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country10h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 30m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country10h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 28m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country13h 17m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 30m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 27m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Bournemouth? 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.

Map of how to get from Rochdale to Bournemouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 265.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Rochdale, England and Bournemouth, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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