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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Rochdale is to bus and line 17 bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Rochdale is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Newhall Street and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Rochdale via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Rochdale?

The distance between Birmingham and Rochdale is 93 miles. The road distance is 95.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £75.

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

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Rochdale bus from?

Birmingham to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Rochdale train from?

Birmingham to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Rochdale is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 17 bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Birmingham to Rochdale bus arrive?

Birmingham to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Birmingham to Rochdale train arrive?

Birmingham to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Rochdale is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Birmingham to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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Birmingham to Rochdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 17 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Rochdale by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 2m
£38–73
Bus, line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
2h 57m
£12–19
Drive 95.1 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Rochdalecar 95.1 mi
1h 56m
£24–34
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
3h 40m
£21–48

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Distance: 92.5 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newhall Street to Rochdale Interchange via Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 57m.

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