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The average train between Rochdale and Reading takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 17m
Duration
190 mi
Distance
£101
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Rochdale to Reading train times

Trains run hourly between Rochdale and Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Reading at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country8h 56m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country8h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country8h 31m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 54m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Reading? 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.

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  • Distance: 190.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 17m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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