Rochdale to Preston by train

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Overview: trains from Rochdale to Preston

Find the key information for travelling by train from Rochdale to Preston, 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 06:02 View journey
Last train 22:43 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 10m View journey
Distance (km) 40
Trains / day 83 View all
Cheapest journey €12.22 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 24m
Train operators 6

Rochdale to Preston by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Rochdale to Preston? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 40 kilometres.

Cost of train tickets between Rochdale and Preston

The cheapest train tickets from Rochdale to Preston start at €12.17. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Rochdale to Preston is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 3 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Rochdale to Preston train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:11.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:43.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:02.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 19:31.

  • 83 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 7 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Rochdale to Preston?

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

When do tickets between Rochdale and Preston go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Rochdale and Preston 3 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Rochdale to Preston

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Preston city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Rochdale to Preston

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

The total distance from Rochdale to Preston is 40 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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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.