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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Rochdale is to bus and line 17 bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Rochdale is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Rochdale via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Bristol to Rochdale?

The distance between Bristol and Rochdale is 183 miles. The road distance is 178.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Bristol to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Rochdale bus from?

Bristol to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Rochdale train from?

Bristol to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train, bus or fly from Bristol to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Bristol to Rochdale is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 17 bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 4h 57m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Bristol to Rochdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Rochdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Rochdale is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Bristol to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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Bristol to Rochdale - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 17 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bristol to Rochdale by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 33m
£99–141
Bus, line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
4h 57m
£22–35
Drive 177.2 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Rochdalecar 177.2 mi
3h 14m
£44–63
Fly from Bristol Airport
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
5h 36m
£55–138
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 54m
£38–87
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 18m
£114–245

Bristol to Rochdale by train and tram

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Distance: 181.9 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Rochdale Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 57m.

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