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Trip Summary
11 trains operate daily from Wakefield to Rochdale. The train trip from Wakefield to Rochdale is usually about one hour and 44 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Grand Central + Connections train can get you there in as little as one hour and 8 minutes.
| Distance | 27 mi (44 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 8m |
| Lowest price | €17.78 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Wakefield to Rochdale
- Grand Central + Connections tickets: €18 one-way
- Northern Rail tickets: €18 one-way
- Northern Rail + Connections tickets: €29 one-way
Which train should you take from Wakefield to Rochdale?
There are 3 train lines with service from Wakefield to Rochdale. Northern Rail + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 7 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Central + Connections | 1 | 1h 8m | €17.78 |
| Northern Rail | 2 | 1h 48m | €18.24 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 7 | 1h 49m | €29.06 |
Grand Central + Connections train tickets from Wakefield to Rochdale start from €18, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Grand Central + Connections schedules to Rochdale. Grand Central + Connections in Wakefield leaves from Wakefield Kirkgate . And in Rochdale trains arrive at Rochdale Station Rd .
From Wakefield to Rochdale train travel on Grand Central + Connections takes 1 hours and 8 minutes.
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 Wakefield to Rochdale start from €29, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Rochdale. Northern Rail + Connections in Wakefield leaves from Sandal & Agbrigg and one other station. And in Rochdale trains arrive at Rochdale Station Rd .
From Wakefield to Rochdale train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 1 hours and 49 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rochdale faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 8 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Wakefield to Rochdale tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Wakefield at 06:00 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 11 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 Wakefield.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wakefield?
Main departure station: Sandal & Agbrigg
There are two stations in Wakefield where you can board the train to Rochdale.
All train stations in Wakefield:
Sandal & Agbrigg
Wakefield Kirkgate
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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