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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Rochdale is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Rochdale is to fly and train which takes 3h 39m and costs £85 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Exeter and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Rochdale via Birmingham New Street and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Exeter to Rochdale?

The distance between Exeter and Rochdale is 259 miles. The road distance is 249.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Rochdale without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 56m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Exeter to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Rochdale bus from?

Exeter to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Rochdale train from?

Exeter to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Exeter to Rochdale is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 56m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Exeter to Rochdale bus arrive?

Exeter to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Rochdale train arrive?

Exeter to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Rochdale is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Exeter to Rochdale.

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

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Exeter to Rochdale - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 56m
£124–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
7h 56m
£27–65
Drive 248.2 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Rochdalecar 248.2 mi
4h 23m
£62–89
Fly from Exeter, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rochdaletrain
3h 39m
£85–207
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 59m
£136–189
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
8h
£120–221
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
6h 35m
£125–297

Exeter to Rochdale by train, foot, and bus

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.6 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Rochdale via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly Gardens, Victoria Rail Station, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Exeter to Rochdale Interchange via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 56m.

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