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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Rochdale is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Rochdale is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Poole Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 5, Piccadilly Gardens and Park View. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Rochdale via Bournemouth, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Poole to Rochdale?

The distance between Poole and Rochdale is 273 miles. The road distance is 239.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Poole to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Rochdale bus from?

Poole to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Poole Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Rochdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Poole to Rochdale is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Poole to Rochdale bus arrive?

Poole to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Poole to Rochdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Rochdale is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Poole to Rochdale.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
6h 36m
£116–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
8h 31m
£44–79
Drive 238 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Rochdalecar 238 mi
4h 51m
£60–86
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
6h 13m
£74–284
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
9h 11m
£101–242

Poole to Rochdale by bus and foot

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Distance: 271.6 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to Rochdale Interchange via London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, Piccadilly Gardens, and Park View in around 8h 31m.

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