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Trip Overview

The average train between Rotherham and Rochdale takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham to Rochdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 35m
Duration
71 mi
Distance
£28
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Rotherham to Rochdale train times

Trains run hourly between Rotherham and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 15m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rotherham to Rochdale? 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.

Map of how to get from Rotherham to Rochdale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 71.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Rotherham, England and Rochdale, England?

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Rochdale via Leeds in around 2h 21m.

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