The average train between Rochdale and Rugby takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Rugby. 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 twice daily between Rochdale and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Rugby at 6:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 38m • 2 changes

2h 15m • 2 changes

2h 20m • 2 changes

2h 28m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Rugby? 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 Rugby. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Rugby station via Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Rochdale to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Rochdale to Rugby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rochdale and Rugby is 150.9 km. The road distance is 179 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 17m.