Lowest Prices
We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
There are 10 daily trains from Rochdale to Bolton. Traveling by train from Rochdale to Bolton usually takes around one hour and 2 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in 54 minutes.
| Distance | 11 mi (18 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 54m |
| Lowest price | £3.06 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Rochdale to Bolton?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Rochdale to Bolton. However, there are 10 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 10 | 1h 3m | £5.88 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Rochdale to Bolton on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Rochdale at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. 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 10 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 Bolton to Rochdale.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rochdale?
Main departure station: Castleton (Manchester) Station
There are two stations in Rochdale where you can board the train to Bolton.
All train stations in Rochdale:
Castleton (Manchester) Station
Rochdale Station Rd
Where is the train station in Bolton?
Main arrival station: Bolton Station
There are more train stations and stops in Bolton than most cities. Most trains from Rochdale will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Bolton:
Train stations in Bolton:
Bolton Station
Hall-i'-th'-Wood Station
Bromley Cross Station
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Bolton to Rochdale?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare coach and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap coach and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading coach and train companies, we always have the best coach and train deals out there.
Book coaches and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more