The average train between Rochdale and Essex takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Essex. 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 Essex. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Essex at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Essex station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.
Rochdale to Essex train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Essex train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Rochdale to Essex train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Essex is 270.8 km. The road distance is 383 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to White Notley via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 52m.