The average train between Rochdale and Shrewsbury takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Shrewsbury. 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 Shrewsbury. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 9:36 PM which arrives into Shrewsbury at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Shrewsbury? 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 Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Rochdale to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Rochdale to Shrewsbury train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rochdale and Shrewsbury is 108.5 km. The road distance is 119 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 9m.