The average train between Rochdale and Watford takes 6h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Watford. 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 4 times a day between Rochdale and Watford. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Watford at 8:14 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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8h 59m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Watford? 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 Watford. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Watford station via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.
Rochdale to Watford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Watford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Watford Junction station.
Book your Rochdale to Watford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Watford is 248.4 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Watford Junction via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Milton Keynes Central in around 3h 18m.