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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Rochdale is to bus and line 18 bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Rochdale is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Charlotte Street and Middleton Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Rochdale via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Rochdale?

The distance between Liverpool and Rochdale is 42 miles. The road distance is 43 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Liverpool to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Rochdale bus from?

Liverpool to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Rochdale train from?

Liverpool to Rochdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Rochdale is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 18 bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Liverpool to Rochdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Liverpool to Rochdale train arrive?

Liverpool to Rochdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Rochdale is 43 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Liverpool to Rochdale.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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Liverpool to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 18 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rochdaletrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
1h 3m
£12–26
Bus, line 18 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to Middleton Bus Stationbus 18 / ...
2h 54m
£10–15
Drive 42.8 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Rochdalecar 42.8 mi
47 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Liverpool to Rochdaletaxi 42.8 mi
47 min
£180–230
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the tram from Victoria to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
1h 31m
£13–26

Liverpool to Rochdale by train

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Distance: 41.6 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Rochdale via Manchester Victoria in around 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Rochdale Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Middleton Bus Station in around 2h 54m.

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