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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Rochdale is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Rochdale is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Rochdale via Rugby, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Northampton to Rochdale?

The distance between Northampton and Rochdale is 131 miles. The road distance is 130.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Northampton to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Rochdale bus from?

Northampton to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Rochdale train from?

Northampton to Rochdale train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Northampton to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Northampton to Rochdale is to train which takes 3h and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Northampton to Rochdale bus arrive?

Northampton to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rochdale Interchange station.

Where does the Northampton to Rochdale train arrive?

Northampton to Rochdale train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Rochdale is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Northampton to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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Northampton to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Northampton to Rochdale by train, bus, car, plane, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h
£40–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rochdale Interchangebus 540
5h 40m
£27–44
Drive 130.1 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Rochdalecar 130.1 mi
2h 55m
£33–47
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Northampton to Watford Junctiontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rochdaletrain
4h 50m
£77–264
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Northampton to Coventrytrain
2. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town Centretram
4h 42m
£53–96

Northampton to Rochdale by train and tram

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Distance: 130.6 mi
Duration: 3h

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rochdale Interchange 6 times a week. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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