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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Rochdale is to line 41 bus and bus and line 471 bus which costs £9 - £16 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Rochdale is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Bus Station and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Rochdale via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Rochdale?

The distance between Lancaster and Rochdale is 62 miles. The road distance is 50.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Lancaster to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Rochdale bus from?

Lancaster to Rochdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Rochdale train from?

Lancaster to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Rochdale is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 41 bus and bus and line 471 bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Lancaster to Rochdale bus arrive?

Lancaster to Rochdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Lancaster to Rochdale train arrive?

Lancaster to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Rochdale is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Lancaster to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

There are 3839+ hotels available in Rochdale.

Lancaster to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, line 471 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Boltontrain Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Rochdaletrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
1h 53m
£23–44
Line 41 bus, bus, line 471 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Bus Stationbus 40C / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
3. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 471
4h 41m
£9–16
Train, line 471 bus
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Boltontrain Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 471
2h 4m
£17–31
Drive 50.3 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Rochdalecar 50.3 mi
1h 4m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lancaster to Rochdaletaxi 50.3 mi
1h 4m
£100–130

Lancaster to Rochdale by train

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Distance: 61.6 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Rochdale, England?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Rochdale via Bolton in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Rochdale Interchange via Bus Station and Bolton Interchange in around 4h 41m.

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