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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Rochdale (RCD)

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20

train journeys
per day

80

miles (128 kms)

2hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Rochdale (RCD)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Rochdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Rochdale is approximately 80 miles (128 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 10 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Rochdale.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Rochdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Rochdale Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    09:33
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    10:09
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:06
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    12:12
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:16
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:09
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    14:09
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:06
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    16:13
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:18
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    18:09
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:18
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    19:09
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:18
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    20:09
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:18
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    21:09
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:18
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    22:09
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:20
    2 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    23:09
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:50
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    23:35
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:11
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    00:37
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:18
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    00:40
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:49
    6 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    06:07
    Leicester
    Rochdale
    Leicester to Rochdale

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Rochdale

The travel time between Leicester and Rochdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Rochdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Rochdale. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Rochdale.

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