The average train between Walsall and Rochdale takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Walsall 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 hourly between Walsall and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Walsall is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 11:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 18m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Walsall 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 Walsall to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Walsall station and arriving at Rochdale station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Walsall to Rochdale train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Darlaston station.
Walsall to Rochdale train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Rochdale station.
Book your Walsall to Rochdale train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Walsall and Rochdale is 115.4 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Darlaston to Rochdale via Stafford and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 20m.