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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Rochdale is to bus and line 17 bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Rochdale is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Charlotte Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Rochdale via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Rochdale?

The distance between Carlisle and Rochdale is 133 miles. The road distance is 108.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Carlisle to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Rochdale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Rochdale train from?

Carlisle to Rochdale train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Rochdale is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 17 bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Carlisle to Rochdale bus arrive?

Carlisle to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Rochdale train arrive?

Carlisle to Rochdale train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Rochdale is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Carlisle to Rochdale.

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

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Carlisle to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 17 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Rochdaletrain Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
2h 46m
£48–84
Bus, line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
4h 23m
£26–57
Drive 107.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Rochdalecar 107.8 mi
2h 16m
£27–38
Train, line 471 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Boltontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 471
2h 52m
£42–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Keighleytrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Hebden Bridge Stationbus B3
4h
£45–81

Carlisle to Rochdale by train

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Distance: 132.5 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Rochdale via Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rochdale Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 23m.

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