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Trip Summary
There are 3 daily trains from Rochdale to Preston. Traveling by train from Rochdale to Preston usually takes around one hour and 28 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in one hour and 14 minutes.
| Distance | 25 mi (40 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 14m |
| Lowest price | £17.89 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rochdale to Preston?
2 train services operate from Rochdale to Preston. Northern Rail + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 1 | 1h 14m | £17.89 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 2 | 1h 35m | £17.89 |
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.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Rochdale to Preston start from £18, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Preston. Northern Rail + Connections in Rochdale leaves from Rochdale Station Rd . And in Preston trains arrive at Preston (Lancs) .
From Rochdale to Preston train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 1 hours and 35 minutes. If you are looking to get to Preston faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 14 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Preston.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Rochdale to Preston tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Rochdale at 18:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 3 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 Preston to Rochdale.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rochdale?
Main departure station: Rochdale Station Rd
There is one train station in Rochdale.
All train stations in Rochdale:
Rochdale Station Rd
Where is the train station in Preston?
Main arrival station: Preston Station
Preston has one train station.
Train stations in Preston:
Preston Station
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