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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Rochdale is to line 409 bus which costs £2 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Rochdale is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs £18 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Rochdale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oldham College and arriving at Rochdale Interchange. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Rochdale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Rochdale Town Centre. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Oldham to Rochdale?

The distance between Oldham and Rochdale is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Rochdale without a car is to tram which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

The tram from Oldham King Street to Rochdale Town Centre takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Rochdale bus from?

Oldham to Rochdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Oldham College station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Rochdale train from?

Oldham to Rochdale train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Oldham King Street station.

Where does the Oldham to Rochdale bus arrive?

Oldham to Rochdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Rochdale Interchange station.

Where does the Oldham to Rochdale train arrive?

Oldham to Rochdale train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Rochdale Town Centre station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Rochdale is 7 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Oldham to Rochdale.

Where can I stay near Rochdale?

There are 3821+ hotels available in Rochdale.

Oldham to Rochdale - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 409 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Oldham to Rochdale by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
27 min
£3–5
Line 409 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oldham College to Rochdale Interchangebus 409
32 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oldham to Rochdaletaxi 7.4 mi
10 min
£18–22
Drive 7.4 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Rochdalecar 7.4 mi
10 min
£2–3

Oldham to Rochdale by tram

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Distance: 7.8 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Oldham King Street to Rochdale Town Centre every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Oldham College to Rochdale Interchange every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 32 min.

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