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Swindon to Rochdale trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Swindon and Rochdale takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Swindon 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.

4h 26m
Duration
210 mi
Distance
£108
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
  2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 54m
£89–146

Swindon to Rochdale train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Swindon and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 10:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 53m • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited10h 32m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 53m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 53m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 54m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 53m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited10h 32m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited10h 32m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited3h 53m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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.

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  • Distance: 210.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Rochdale via Bristol Parkway, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 54m.

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