The average train between Rochdale and Walsall takes 6h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Walsall. 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 3 times a day between Rochdale and Walsall. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Walsall at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 54m • 3 changes


7h 55m • 3 changes


2h 52m • 3 changesArrives next day



7h 50m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Walsall? 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 Walsall. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Walsall station via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.
Rochdale to Walsall train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Walsall train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wolverhampton station.
Book your Rochdale to Walsall train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Walsall is 115.4 km. The road distance is 135 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wolverhampton hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily.