The average train between Rochdale and Reading takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. The train service runs several times per day 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Rochdale and Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Reading at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 54m • 2 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Reading. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Reading station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.
Rochdale to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Rochdale to Reading train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Cross Country.
The distance between Rochdale and Reading is 253.3 km. The road distance is 307 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 3h 14m.