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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Rochdale is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Rochdale is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A23 and arriving at John Street via Halifax Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Rochdale via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Rochdale?

The distance between Barnsley and Rochdale is 67 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Barnsley to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Rochdale bus from?

Barnsley to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Barnsley Interchange/A23 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Rochdale train from?

Barnsley to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Rochdale is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 587 bus, which costs and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Barnsley to Rochdale bus arrive?

Barnsley to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Halifax Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Rochdale train arrive?

Barnsley to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Rochdale is 35 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Barnsley to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

There are 3824+ hotels available in Rochdale.

Barnsley to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 587 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Rochdaletrain Leeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
2h 9m
£26–48
Drive 35.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Rochdalecar 35.3 mi
54 min
£9–13
Bus, line 587 bus
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Halifax Bus Stationbus 564
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to John Streetbus 587
3h 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Rochdaletaxi 35.3 mi
54 min
£75–90
Train, line 549 bus, line 590 bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Huddersfieldtrain
2. Take the bus from St. George's Square to Halifax Bus Stationbus 549
3. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Robert Streetbus 590
3h 47m

Barnsley to Rochdale by train

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Distance: 66.7 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Rochdale via Leeds in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to John Street via Halifax Bus Station in around 3h 1m.

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