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Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Reading

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42

train journeys
per day

156

miles (252 kms)

4hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

00:23 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 6 changes)

8

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between Rochdale and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 42 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rochdale to Reading is approximately 156 miles (252 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 41 mins.

CrossCountry, Southern, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, GWR, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rochdale to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 17 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Rochdale to Reading

Journeys from Rochdale to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:23
    8 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    08:45
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:51
    4 hrs 35 mins5 changes
    10:26
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:14
    4 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    10:46
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:37
    4 hrs 18 mins5 changes
    10:55
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:52
    4 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    11:26
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:21
    4 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    11:41
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:36
    4 hrs 19 mins5 changes
    11:55
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:10
    4 hrs 27 mins6 changes
    12:37
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:22
    4 hrs 17 mins2 changes
    12:39
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:37
    4 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    13:11
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:52
    4 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    13:26
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:21
    4 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    13:41
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:37
    4 hrs 18 mins5 changes
    13:55
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:52
    4 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    14:26
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:21
    4 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    14:42
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:37
    4 hrs 18 mins5 changes
    14:55
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:52
    4 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    15:26
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:21
    4 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    15:42
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:37
    4 hrs 18 mins5 changes
    15:55
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:52
    4 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    16:26
    Rochdale
    Reading
    Rochdale to Reading

About Rochdale Station

Station name Rochdale (RCD)
AddressRochdale station, Station Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1DR
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:10 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:10 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:10 - 20:00
Thursday 06:10 - 20:00
Friday 06:10 - 20:45
Saturday 06:10 - 20:45
Sunday 09:00 - 19:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rochdale and Reading

The travel time between Rochdale and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochdale and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between Rochdale and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rochdale & Reading. owever, there are 42 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Southern, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, GWR, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Rochdale and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.