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Rochdale to Manchester Central Zone Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Rochdale to Manchester Central Zone, starting from €2.38 and averaging €7.71. The entire journey takes no more than 24m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
22:48 39m, Direct Rochdale	23:27 Manchester Central Zone	Find Tickets
22:52 45m, Direct Rochdale	23:37 Manchester Central Zone	Find Tickets
23:12 40m, Direct Rochdale	23:52 Manchester Central Zone	Find Tickets
23:16 39m, Direct Rochdale	23:55 Manchester Central Zone	Find Tickets
23:52 41m, Direct Rochdale	00:33 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Rochdale to Manchester Central Zone Train Route Details

First train

00:23

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Rochdale

Arrival station

Manchester Central Zone

Journey time

24m

Distance

16 km

Price

€2.38*

Train operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Rochdale to Manchester Central Zone

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Rochdale to Manchester Central Zone. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Rochdale to Manchester Central Zone, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Rochdale to Manchester Central Zone train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Rochdale to Manchester Central Zone Train prices and times

Rochdale to Manchester Central Zone Train Route Details