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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Rochdale (RCD)

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33

train journeys
per day

189

miles (304 kms)

4hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

04:21 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Rochdale (RCD)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Gatwick Airport and Rochdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gatwick Airport to Rochdale is approximately 189 miles (304 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 26 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Rochdale.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gatwick Airport to Rochdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Gatwick Airport to Rochdale Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:21
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    09:46
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:41
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    10:14
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:46
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    10:47
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:19
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:13
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:46
    5 hrs 3 changes
    11:46
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:19
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:46
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    12:47
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:19
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:46
    5 hrs 3 changes
    13:46
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:19
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:14
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:43
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:46
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    14:47
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:19
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:14
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:46
    5 hrs 3 changes
    15:46
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:19
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:46
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    16:48
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:19
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:46
    5 hrs 3 changes
    17:46
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:19
    5 hrs 2 changes
    18:19
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:43
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Gatwick Airport
    Rochdale
    Gatwick Airport to Rochdale

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Rochdale Station

Station name Rochdale (RCD)
Address Rochdale station, Station Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1DR
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 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 Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gatwick Airport and Rochdale

The travel time between Gatwick Airport and Rochdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gatwick Airport and Rochdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

First class tickets on trains between Gatwick Airport and Rochdale typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Gatwick Airport & Rochdale. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Rochdale.

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