Preston to Rochdale by train

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Overview: trains from Preston to Rochdale

Find the key information for travelling by train from Preston 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 06:49 View journey
Last train 21:10 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 10m View journey
Distance (km) 40
Trains / day 4 View all
Cheapest journey AU$16.06 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 17m
Train operators 2

Travelling by train from Preston to Rochdale

Ready to travel from Preston to Rochdale by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train travel between Preston and Rochdale: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Preston to Rochdale:

  • Cheapest tickets: AU$16.06

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 3 months in advance.

Train times for travel between Preston and Rochdale

If you are taking the train from Preston to Rochdale, you will have 4 trains each day (with a departure every 7 hours and 35 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:49. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 16:50. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:50, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:10.

Average train travel time and distance from Preston to Rochdale

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 1 hour and 10 minutes, spanning 40 kilometres in total.

Booking Preston to Rochdale trains in advance

Booking your Preston to Rochdale tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 3 months before departure.

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Further insights on trains from Preston to Rochdale

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Rochdale city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Rochdale

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

The train journey from Preston to Rochdale covers 40 kilometres in total.

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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.