The average train between Rochdale and Runcorn takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 25m. There is an hourly train service from Rochdale to Runcorn. 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 Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Runcorn station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.
Rochdale to Runcorn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Runcorn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Rochdale to Runcorn train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Runcorn is 48.9 km. The road distance is 88 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Runcorn via Manchester Victoria and Liverpool Lime Street in around 1h 37m.