The average train between Rochdale and Croydon takes 6h 14m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Croydon. 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 4 times a day between Rochdale and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Croydon at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Croydon? 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 Croydon. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Croydon station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.
Rochdale to Croydon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Croydon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Rochdale to Croydon train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Croydon is 284.7 km. The road distance is 334 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 8m.