Salford to Rochdale by train

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Overview: trains from Salford to Rochdale

Find the key information for travelling by train from Salford 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 06:28 View journey
Last train 23:28 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 20m View journey
Distance (km) 16
Trains / day 59 View all
Cheapest journey CA$9.94 View journey
Avg journey time 28m
Train operators 2

Discover Salford to Rochdale by train

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Train cost between Salford and Rochdale

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: CA$9.94

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Train times for travel between Salford and Rochdale

If you are taking the train from Salford to Rochdale, you will have 59 trains each day (with a departure every 16 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:28. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:22. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:55, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:28.

Average train travel time and distance from Salford to Rochdale

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 20 minutes, spanning 16 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets from Salford to Rochdale?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your Salford 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 Salford to Rochdale

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

The train journey between Salford and Rochdale covers 16 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.