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Trip Overview

The average train between Rochdale and Poole takes 6h 18m and the fastest train takes 5h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Poole. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 18m
Duration
272 mi
Distance
£138
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
6h 43m
£116–184

Rochdale to Poole train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Rochdale and Poole. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Poole at 10:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 49m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway10h 46m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway10h 28m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway10h 26m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 49m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 49m • 3 changes

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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway14h 41m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway6h 27m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway6h 5m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway6h 5m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 49m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 49m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Poole? 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.

Map of how to get from Rochdale to Poole.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 271.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Rochdale, England and Poole, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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