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Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Stafford (STA)

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47

train journeys
per day

55

miles (89 kms)

1hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

00:20 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 47 scheduled rail journeys between Rochdale and Stafford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 47 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rochdale to Stafford is approximately 55 miles (89 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 13 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rochdale to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Rochdale to Stafford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:20
    5 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    05:54
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:51
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    07:50
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:10
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:59
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:20
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:50
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:00
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:22
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:50
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 2 changes
    12:21
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:21
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    13:20
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:52
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:08
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Rochdale
    Stafford
    Rochdale to Stafford

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 Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rochdale and Stafford

The travel time between Rochdale and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochdale and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 47 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between Rochdale and Stafford 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 & Stafford. owever, there are 47 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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