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Trip Overview

The average train between Rochdale and Bristol takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Bristol. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 55m
Duration
182 mi
Distance
£96
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 34m
£79–129

Rochdale to Bristol train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Rochdale and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 4:17 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 52m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 52m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 52m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 52m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Bristol? 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.

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  • Distance: 181.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 55m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 6m.

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