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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Rochdale is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 9h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Rochdale is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Rochdale via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Rochdale?

The distance between Barnstaple and Rochdale is 298 miles. The road distance is 267.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Rochdale without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 39m and costs £140 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Barnstaple to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Rochdale bus from?

Barnstaple to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Rochdale train from?

Barnstaple to Rochdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Rochdale is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 39m and costs £140 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Rochdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Rochdale train arrive?

Barnstaple to Rochdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Rochdale is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Barnstaple to Rochdale.

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

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Barnstaple to Rochdale - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 39m
£143–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
9h 22m
£40–80
Drive 265.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Rochdalecar 265.7 mi
4h 42m
£65–94
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
5h 10m
£103–201
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
8h 1m
£152–230
Train #2
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
10h 3m
£137–260

Barnstaple to Rochdale by train and tram

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6h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 296 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Rochdale via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rochdale Interchange via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 9h 22m.

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