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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Rochdale is to bus via Birmingham which costs £18 - £28 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Rochdale is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station, Charlotte Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Rochdale via Birmingham New Street, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Rochdale?

The distance between Gloucester and Rochdale is 145 miles. The road distance is 144 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Gloucester to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Rochdale bus from?

Gloucester to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Rochdale train from?

Gloucester to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Rochdale is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Gloucester to Rochdale bus arrive?

Gloucester to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Gloucester to Rochdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Rochdale is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Gloucester to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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Gloucester to Rochdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 26m
£54–98
Bus via Birmingham
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1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk077
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
6h 11m
£18–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 57m
£28–43
Drive 143.2 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Rochdalecar 143.2 mi
2h 42m
£36–51

Gloucester to Rochdale by train and tram

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Distance: 144.3 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Rochdale via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Rochdale Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Shudehill Interchange in around 5h 57m.

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