The average train between Rochdale and Cardiff takes 6h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Cardiff. 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 3 times a day between Rochdale and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.
Rochdale to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Rochdale to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rochdale and Cardiff is 247.6 km. The road distance is 289 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 12m.
