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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Rochdale is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Rochdale is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Rochdale via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Rochdale?

The distance between Macclesfield and Rochdale is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £9 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Macclesfield to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Rochdale train from?

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

Where does the Macclesfield to Rochdale train arrive?

Macclesfield to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Rochdale is 30 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Macclesfield to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

There are 3769+ hotels available in Rochdale.

Macclesfield to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 163 bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rochdaletrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
1h 6m
£10–22
Drive 30 mi
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1. Drive from Macclesfield to Rochdalecar 30 mi
42 min
£8–11
Train, line 163 bus, line 17 bus
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Middleton Bus Stationbus 163 / ...
3. Take the bus from Middleton Bus Station to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
1h 39m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macclesfield to Rochdaletaxi 30 mi
42 min
£130–160
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
1h 41m
£10–19

Macclesfield to Rochdale by train and tram

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Distance: 28.7 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Rochdale via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 1h 6m.

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