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Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Swansea (SWA)

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23

train journeys
per day

156

miles (251 kms)

5hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

00:20 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Rochdale and Swansea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rochdale to Swansea is approximately 156 miles (251 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 31 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Swansea.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rochdale to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Rochdale to Swansea Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:20
    9 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:37
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    5 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:36
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:37
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:48
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:37
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    14:42
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:37
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:48
    5 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:37
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    16:49
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:37
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    18:11
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:48
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:37
    5 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:37
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    20:04
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:48
    5 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    20:32
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:37
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    20:42
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:48
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    22:10
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:37
    6 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    23:43
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:37
    6 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    00:44
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:47
    7 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    02:11
    Rochdale
    Swansea
    Rochdale to Swansea

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 Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rochdale and Swansea

The travel time between Rochdale and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochdale and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 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 Swansea 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 & Swansea. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Swansea.

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