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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Rochdale is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Rochdale is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Rochdale via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Rochdale?

The distance between Glasgow and Rochdale is 235 miles. The road distance is 203 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Glasgow to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Rochdale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Rochdale train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Rochdale is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 2m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Glasgow to Rochdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Rochdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Rochdale is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Glasgow to Rochdale.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Rochdale?

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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Glasgow to Rochdale - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Rochdaletrain Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
3h 59m
£85–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 2m
£28–45
Drive 201.8 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Rochdalecar 201.8 mi
3h 48m
£49–71
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 33m
£56–150
Train, line 471 bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Boltontrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 471
4h 19m
£78–130
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain
5h 46m
£70–184
Fly Glasgow Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Rochdaletrain
7h
£59–136
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 39m
£69–176
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 27m
£76–185

Glasgow to Rochdale by train

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Distance: 233.5 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Rochdale, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Rochdale via Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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