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Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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31

train journeys
per day

189

miles (304 kms)

4hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

00:20 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

11

routes

Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Rochdale and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rochdale to Gatwick Airport is approximately 189 miles (304 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 36 mins.

Gatwick Express, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Gatwick Airport.

There are 11 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rochdale to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Rochdale to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:20
    10 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    11:14
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:50
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:34
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:09
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:34
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    12:30
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:34
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:10
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:14
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:34
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:10
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:14
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    14:34
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:19
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    15:34
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:10
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    16:14
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:51
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    16:34
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:12
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:50
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    17:34
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:10
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    18:14
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:51
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    18:34
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:10
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    19:14
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:51
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    19:34
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale to Gatwick Airport

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 Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rochdale and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Rochdale and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochdale and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

Amenities on trains between Rochdale and Gatwick Airport 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 & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Gatwick Express, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Gatwick Airport.

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