The average train between Rochdale and Southampton takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Southampton. 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 Southampton. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Southampton at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Southampton? 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 Southampton. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Southampton station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Rochdale to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Rochdale to Southampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Cross Country.
The distance between Rochdale and Southampton is 306 km. The road distance is 382 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 18m.