The average train between Swansea and Rochdale takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Swansea 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Swansea and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swansea is at 5:37 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 11:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Swansea 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.
No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Swansea station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Swansea to Rochdale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.
Swansea to Rochdale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
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The distance between Swansea and Rochdale is 252.7 km. The road distance is 306 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 4h 17m.