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Trip Summary
4 trains operate daily from Preston to Rochdale. The train trip from Preston to Rochdale is usually about one hour and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Northern Rail train can get you there in as little as one hour and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 25 mi (40 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 10m |
| Lowest price | £18.03 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Preston to Rochdale?
2 train services operate from Preston to Rochdale. Northern Rail usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 3 | 1h 18m | £18.03 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 1 | 1h 17m | £18.03 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Preston to Rochdale start from £18, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Rochdale. TransPennine Express + Connections in Preston leaves from Preston (Lancs) . And in Rochdale trains arrive at Rochdale Station Rd .
From Preston to Rochdale train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 1 hours and 17 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rochdale faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 10 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Preston to Rochdale. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Preston at 12:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rochdale to Preston.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Preston?
Main departure station: Preston Station
There is one train station in Preston.
All train stations in Preston:
Preston Station
Where is the train station in Rochdale?
Main arrival station: Rochdale Station Rd
Rochdale has one train station.
Train stations in Rochdale:
Rochdale Station Rd
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