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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.

4h 26m
Duration
180 mi
Distance
£76
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Rochdale to Wales train times

Trains run hourly between Rochdale and Wales. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 7:47 PM which arrives into Wales at 12:10 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.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 28m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales9h 40m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales3h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales9h 40m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales3h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales9h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales3h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales3h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales3h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales13h 5m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 22m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales4h 5m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Wales? 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.

Map of how to get from Rochdale to Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 179.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Rochdale, England and Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 12m.

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