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Trains from Watford Junction to Rochdale (RCD)

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17

train journeys
per day

153

miles (247 kms)

2hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Rochdale (RCD)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Rochdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Rochdale is approximately 153 miles (247 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Rochdale.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Rochdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Rochdale Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    08:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:48
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:46
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:46
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:45
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:45
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:45
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:45
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    19:34
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:45
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    20:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:42
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:28
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    23:35
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:25
    9 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    06:49
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:18
    8 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    07:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:51
    8 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    Watford Junction
    Rochdale
    Watford Junction to Rochdale

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 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 Unavailable
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 Watford Junction and Rochdale

The travel time between Watford Junction and Rochdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Rochdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Rochdale. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Rochdale.

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