The average train between Rochdale and Swansea takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Swansea. 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 4 hours between Rochdale and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Swansea at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Swansea? 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 Swansea. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Swansea station via Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.
Rochdale to Swansea train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Swansea train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Swansea station.
Book your Rochdale to Swansea train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rochdale and Swansea is 252.7 km. The road distance is 362 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 10m.