The average train between Rochdale and Irlam takes 1h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Irlam. 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 Irlam. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Irlam at 11:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 1h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Irlam? 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 Irlam. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Irlam station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.
Rochdale to Irlam train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Irlam train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Irlam station.
Book your Rochdale to Irlam train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Rochdale and Irlam is 26.3 km. The road distance is 32 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Irlam via Manchester Victoria and Manchester Oxford Road in around 1h 40m.