The average train between Rochdale and Wales takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 7:47 PM which arrives into Wales at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Wales. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Wales station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.
Rochdale to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Rochdale to Wales train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rochdale and Wales is 181.5 km. The road distance is 289 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m.