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Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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26

train journeys
per day

154

miles (248 kms)

4hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

00:23 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Rochdale and Cardiff Bay , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rochdale to Cardiff Bay is approximately 154 miles (248 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 35 mins.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, GWR, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Cardiff Bay.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rochdale to Cardiff Bay. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 33 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Rochdale to Cardiff Bay

Journeys from Rochdale to Cardiff Bay Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:23
    9 hrs 1 min 5 changes
    09:24
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:51
    4 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    10:24
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:37
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    11:24
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:48
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    11:54
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:14
    4 hrs 52 mins 5 changes
    12:06
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:36
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    12:24
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:14
    4 hrs 52 mins 5 changes
    13:06
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:37
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    13:24
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:48
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:36
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:37
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    14:06
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:37
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    15:06
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:48
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:36
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:37
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    16:06
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:37
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    17:24
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:48
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:36
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:37
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    18:06
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:37
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    19:24
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:48
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    19:54
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:37
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    20:24
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:37
    4 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    21:36
    Rochdale
    Cardiff Bay
    Rochdale to Cardiff Bay

About Rochdale Station

Station name Rochdale (RCD)
Address Rochdale station, Station Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1DR
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:10 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:10 - 20:00
Thursday 06:10 - 20:00
Friday 06:10 - 20:45
Saturday 06:10 - 20:45
Sunday 09:00 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rochdale and Cardiff Bay

The travel time between Rochdale and Cardiff Bay by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochdale and Cardiff Bay vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Rochdale and Cardiff Bay typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Rochdale and Cardiff Bay can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rochdale & Cardiff Bay. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, GWR, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Cardiff Bay.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Rochdale and Cardiff Bay, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.