The average train between Rochdale and Welshpool takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Welshpool. 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 3 times a day between Rochdale and Welshpool. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Welshpool at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



3h 1m • 3 changes


3h 7m • 3 changes


3h • 3 changes


3h 1m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Welshpool? 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 Rochdale to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Welshpool station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Rochdale to Welshpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Welshpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Rochdale to Welshpool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rochdale and Welshpool is 125.4 km. The road distance is 151 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 1h 9m.