The average train between Rochdale and Cambridge takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Cambridge. 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 Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Cambridge? 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 Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Cambridge station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
Rochdale to Cambridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Cambridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cambridge station.
Book your Rochdale to Cambridge train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Rochdale and Cambridge is 219.2 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Cambridge via Leeds and Peterborough in around 4h 55m.