The average train between Rochdale and Braintree takes 5h 24m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Braintree. 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 Braintree. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Braintree at 8:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Braintree? 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 Braintree. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Braintree station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.
Rochdale to Braintree train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Braintree train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Braintree station.
Book your Rochdale to Braintree train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Braintree is 265.7 km. The road distance is 388 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Braintree via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 2m.