The average train between Rochdale and Bridgend takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Bridgend. 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 twice daily between Rochdale and Bridgend. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Bridgend at 11:17 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


13h 28m • 2 changes

5h 7m • 2 changes

4h 22m • 2 changes

4h 31m • 2 changes

4h 21m • 2 changes

4h 17m • 2 changes

4h 17m • 2 changes

4h 18m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Bridgend? 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 Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Bridgend station via Bridgend. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.
Rochdale to Bridgend train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Bridgend train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bridgend station.
Book your Rochdale to Bridgend train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rochdale and Bridgend is 253.7 km. The road distance is 321 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bridgend every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 39m.