The average train between Rochdale and St Helens takes 1h 3m and the fastest train takes 40 min. There is an hourly train service from Rochdale to St Helens. 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 St Helens. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:14 PM which arrives into St Helens at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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50 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to St Helens? 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 St Helens. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at St Helens station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.
Rochdale to St Helens train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to St Helens train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lea Green station.
Book your Rochdale to St Helens train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Rochdale and St Helens is 42.5 km. The road distance is 50 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Lea Green via Manchester Victoria in around 1h 8m.