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Rochdale to London Waterloo train prices and times

Looking to travel from Rochdale to London Waterloo? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 62.04, with average prices for this route around NZD 92.23.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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19:10
4h 41m, No direct
Rochdale
23:51
London Waterloo
NorthernLNER
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19:16
3h 55m, No direct
Rochdale
23:11
London Waterloo
NorthernTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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19:52
10h 26m, No direct
Rochdale
06:18
+1
London Waterloo
NorthernWest Midlands Trains
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23:36
8h 2m, No direct
Rochdale
07:38
+1
London Waterloo
NorthernTransPennine ExpressLNER
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23:36
8h 32m, No direct
Rochdale
08:08
+1
London Waterloo
NorthernLNER
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23:52
8h 16m, No direct
Rochdale
08:08
+1
Paris
NorthernTransPennine ExpressLNER
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Rochdale to London Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
00:23
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure station
Departure station
Rochdale
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
3h 20m
Distance
Distance
272 km
Price
Price
NZD 62.04*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Rochdale to London Waterloo

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Rochdale and London Waterloo, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Rochdale to London Waterloo can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Rochdale to London Waterloo for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Rochdale to London Waterloo, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Rochdale to London Waterloo ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Rochdale to London Waterloo more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Rochdale to London Waterloo train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.