The average train between Rochdale and Carnforth takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Carnforth. 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 3 hours between Rochdale and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 7:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 11:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Carnforth station via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.
Rochdale to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carnforth station.
Book your Rochdale to Carnforth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Rochdale and Carnforth is 69.6 km. The road distance is 109 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Carnforth via Bolton in around 2h 34m.