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Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Leicester (LEI)

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34

train journeys
per day

80

miles (128 kms)

3hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

00:20 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Rochdale and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rochdale to Leicester is approximately 80 miles (128 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 39 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Leicester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rochdale to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Rochdale to Leicester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:20
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    07:10
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:37
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    09:13
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:03
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:36
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    10:51
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:37
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    11:12
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:48
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:37
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    12:10
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:47
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    13:02
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:37
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:48
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:37
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    14:10
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:47
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    15:02
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:37
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    15:10
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:48
    3 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:37
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    16:10
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:47
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    17:03
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:37
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    17:12
    Rochdale
    Leicester
    Rochdale to Leicester

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

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rochdale and Leicester

The travel time between Rochdale and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochdale and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between Rochdale and Leicester 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 & Leicester. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Leicester.

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