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It takes an average of 4h 26m to travel from Rochdale to Middlesbrough by train, over a distance of around 77 miles (123 km). There are normally 48 trains per day travelling from Rochdale to Middlesbrough and tickets for this journey start from £15.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:23 | |
| Departure station | Rochdale | |
| Arrival station | Middlesbrough | |
| Journey time | From 2h 27m | |
| Distance | 77 miles (123 km) | |
| Frequency | 48 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £15.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Rochdale to Middlesbrough in 2 hours 27 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Rochdale to Middlesbrough? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 26 minutes to travel the 77 miles (123 km) from Rochdale to Middlesbrough by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 48 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to Middlesbrough. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Rochdale to Middlesbrough in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £15.70. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Middlesbrough by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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