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Rochdale to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Rochdale to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from €2.37 and averaging €2.37. The entire journey takes no more than 30m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:51 36m, Direct Rochdale	06:27 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
05:51 54m, No direct Rochdale	06:45 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
06:14 31m, Direct Rochdale	06:45 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
06:14 35m, No direct Rochdale	06:49 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
06:37 31m, Direct Rochdale	07:08 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
06:48 30m, Direct Rochdale	07:18 Paris	Find Tickets

Rochdale to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train

00:10

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Rochdale

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

30m

Distance

16 km

Price

€2.37*

Train Operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Rochdale to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Rochdale to Manchester Piccadilly during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 Manchester Piccadilly 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Rochdale to Manchester Piccadilly, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Rochdale to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Rochdale to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

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