The average train between Rochdale and Middlesbrough takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Middlesbrough. 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 hourly between Rochdale and Middlesbrough. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Middlesbrough at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Middlesbrough station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Rochdale to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hebden Bridge station.
Rochdale to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Middlesbrough station.
Book your Rochdale to Middlesbrough train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Rochdale and Middlesbrough is 122.3 km. The road distance is 186 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Hebden Bridge to Middlesbrough hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h.