The average train between Exeter and Rochdale takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter to Rochdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Exeter and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 8:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 42m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter to Rochdale? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Rochdale station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.
Exeter to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Exeter to Rochdale train tickets online with Cross Country, Metrolink and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Rochdale is 335.1 km. The road distance is 414 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Rochdale via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 54m.