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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Rochdale (RCD)

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70

train journeys
per day

17

miles (28 kms)

49 mins

fastest journey

00:38 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Rochdale (RCD)

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On a typical weekday there are 70 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Rochdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 70 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Rochdale is approximately 17 miles (28 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 11 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Rochdale.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Rochdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 49 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Rochdale Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:38
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    02:24
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:07
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    05:53
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:48
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    06:09
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:32
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    06:43
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:48
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    06:49
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:03
    1 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:08
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:17
    1 hrs 1 change
    07:17
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:25
    1 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    07:33
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:48
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:49
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:04
    1 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:10
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    1 hrs 1 change
    08:17
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:25
    1 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:48
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    08:49
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:04
    1 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:09
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    1 hrs 1 change
    09:17
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:25
    1 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:48
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    09:49
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:04
    1 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:17
    1 hrs 1 change
    10:17
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:44
    49 mins 1 change
    10:33
    Manchester Airport
    Rochdale
    Manchester Airport to Rochdale

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 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 Manchester Airport and Rochdale

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Rochdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Rochdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 70 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport & Rochdale. owever, there are 70 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Rochdale.

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