Bolton to Rochdale by train

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Overview: trains from Bolton to Rochdale

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bolton to Rochdale, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 07:10 View journey
Last train 23:09 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 36m View journey
Distance (km) 18
Trains / day 54 View all
Cheapest journey AU$6.57 View journey
Avg journey time 49m
Train operators 2

Discover Bolton to Rochdale by train

Planning a train adventure from Bolton to Rochdale? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost from Bolton to Rochdale

Ready to book tickets from Bolton to Rochdale? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Bolton and Rochdale typically run AU$6.57.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 4 months in advance.

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Train timetable for travel between Bolton and Rochdale

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Bolton to Rochdale by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 07:26

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 23:09

  • First daily departure (weekend): 07:10

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:09

  • Average number of daily trains: 54 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 13 minutes

Train duration for trips from Bolton to Rochdale

The swiftest journey time on this route is 36 minutes, crossing a total distance of 18 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Bolton to Rochdale trains

Tickets for travel to Rochdale along this route are available for purchase 4 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making the most of your Bolton to Rochdale travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Rochdale.

FAQs about the train journey from Bolton to Rochdale

Want to know more about your journey from Bolton to Rochdale? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Bolton to Rochdale covers a distance of 18 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.