How to get from Blackpool to Rochdale by bus and train?

From Blackpool to Rochdale by bus and train

To get from Blackpool to Rochdale in North West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NORTHERN train from Blackpool North station to Blackburn station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the 471 bus from Rochdale Railway Station (Stop B) station to Rochdale Interchange station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 min.

127min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 471471
Walk to Rochdale
Leaves from Blackpool North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackpool North
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    41 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Headbolt Lane
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rochdale
    49 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rochdale Railway Station (Stop B)
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 471471
    Wait for bus
    471
    Rochdale
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rochdale Interchange
    2 min
  • 9
    Walk to Rochdale
    Walk to
    Rochdale
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Blackpool to Rochdale by train

To get from Blackpool to Rochdale in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Blackpool North station to Blackburn station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Blackburn station to Rochdale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 min. The ride fare is £27.70.

127min£27.70
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Rochdale
Leaves from Blackpool North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackpool North
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    41 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Headbolt Lane
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rochdale
    49 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rochdale
    Walk to
    Rochdale
    810 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Blackpool to Rochdale

The distance between Blackpool, North West and Rochdale, North West is approximately 59.13 mi, which can typically be travelled in 127 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Blackpool to Rochdale by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Blackpool

Blackpool is located at Blackpool, North West and the nearest public transport station is Dickson Road.

Train stations close to Blackpool:

  • Blackpool North

Bus stations close to Blackpool:

  • Dickson Road
  • Abingdon Street
  • Talbot Road

Public transport stations close to Rochdale, North West

Rochdale is located at Rochdale, North West and the nearest public transport station is The Esplanade.

Bus stations close to Rochdale:

  • The Esplanade
  • Rochdale Interchange
  • Milnrow Road

Related Routes

From Blackpool to Rochdale by train

To get from Blackpool to Rochdale in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Blackpool North station to Blackburn station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Blackburn station to Rochdale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 min. The ride fare is £27.70.

127min£27.70
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Rochdale
Leaves from Blackpool North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackpool North
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    41 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Headbolt Lane
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rochdale
    49 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rochdale
    Walk to
    Rochdale
    810 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Rochdale?

    The fastest way takes 127 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 471.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Blackpool to Rochdale?

    The alternative route takes 127 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Rochdale in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 7 min.

  • Which train line goes from Blackpool to Rochdale in North West?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Blackpool North station near Blackpool to York station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till York station near Rochdale in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Blackpool to Rochdale in North West by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Blackpool and Rochdale in North West by train and bus is about 2 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Blackpool to get to Rochdale in North West?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Blackpool North station near Blackpool in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Blackpool and Rochdale in North West?

    Get off the train at the York stop, which is closest to Rochdale in North West.

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