The average train between Rochdale and Worcester takes 7h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Worcester. 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 Worcester. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Worcester at 8:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 7h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



8h 42m • 3 changes


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8h 48m • 3 changes


10h 35m • 3 changes


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3h 33m • 3 changesArrives next day



10h 37m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Worcester? 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 Worcester. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Worcester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.
Rochdale to Worcester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Worcester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Worcester Foregate Street station.
Book your Rochdale to Worcester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Worcester is 158.9 km. The road distance is 191 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Worcester Foregate Street via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 48m.