Rochdale to Southampton Central by train
| First train | 16:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:21 | |
| Departure station | Rochdale | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 5h 28m | |
| Distance | 189 miles (305 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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Travelling from Rochdale to Southampton Central by train
Looking to travel from Rochdale to Southampton Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 9 hours 58 minutes to travel from Rochdale to Southampton Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 28 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 189 miles (305 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Southampton Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to get to Southampton Central – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Rochdale to Southampton Central in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Rochdale to Southampton Central
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