What is the cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Rochdale?

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Rochdale is to line 263 bus and line 163 bus and line 17 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altrincham to Rochdale?

The fastest way to get from Altrincham to Rochdale is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Altrincham and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Altrincham to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Altrincham Interchange and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens and Middleton Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Altrincham to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Altrincham and arriving at Rochdale via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Altrincham to Rochdale?

The distance between Altrincham and Rochdale is 19 miles. The road distance is 24.8 miles.

How do I travel from Altrincham to Rochdale without a car?

The best way to get from Altrincham to Rochdale without a car is to tram and train which takes 54 min and costs £7 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Altrincham to Rochdale?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Altrincham to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Rochdale bus from?

Altrincham to Rochdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Altrincham Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Rochdale train from?

Altrincham to Rochdale train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Altrincham station.

Where does the Altrincham to Rochdale bus arrive?

Altrincham to Rochdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Altrincham to Rochdale train arrive?

Altrincham to Rochdale train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Altrincham to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham to Rochdale is 25 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Altrincham to Rochdale.

How do I get a train ticket from Altrincham to Rochdale?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Altrincham to Rochdale?

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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Altrincham to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 263 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Altrincham to Rochdale by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Victoriatram Green Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rochdaletrain Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
54 min
£7–12
Line 263 bus, line 163 bus, line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 263
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Middleton Bus Stationbus 163 / ...
3. Take the bus from Middleton Bus Station to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
2h 4m
£6
Drive 24.6 mi
1. Drive from Altrincham to Rochdalecar 24.6 mi
30 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altrincham to Rochdaletaxi 24.6 mi
30 min
£50–65
Tram
1. Take the tram from Trafford Bar to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
1h 32m
£8–11

Altrincham to Rochdale by tram and train

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Distance: 18.7 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Altrincham, England and Rochdale, England?

You can take a bus from Altrincham Interchange to Rochdale Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens and Middleton Bus Station in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, Metrolink operates a vehicle from Trafford Bar to Rochdale Town Centre every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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