The average train between Rochdale and Widnes takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 25m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Rochdale to Widnes. 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 every 30 minutes between Rochdale and Widnes. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Widnes at 8:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Widnes? 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 Widnes. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Widnes station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.
Rochdale to Widnes train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Widnes train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Rochdale to Widnes train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Widnes is 47.7 km. The road distance is 88 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Runcorn via Manchester Victoria and Liverpool Lime Street in around 1h 39m.