The average train between Rochdale and Whaley Bridge takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Whaley Bridge. 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 Whaley Bridge. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Whaley Bridge at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Whaley Bridge? 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 Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Whaley Bridge station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Rochdale to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whaley Bridge station.
Book your Rochdale to Whaley Bridge train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Rochdale and Whaley Bridge is 33.9 km. The road distance is 45 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Whaley Bridge via Manchester Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 14m.