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 £30 - £55 and takes 10h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Rochdale is to train and fly which takes 4h 18m and costs £90 - £230.

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 Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 5, Charlotte Street and Middleton Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

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 35m.

How far is it from Poole to Rochdale?

The distance between Poole and Rochdale is 273 miles. The road distance is 240.3 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 35m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m 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 National Express, depart from 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 35m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus via Middleton Bus Station, which costs £45 - £140 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Poole to Rochdale bus arrive?

Poole to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow 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 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Poole to Rochdale.

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

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Poole to Rochdale - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Poole to Rochdale by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
6h 35m
£137–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
10h 17m
£34–55
Bus via Middleton Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
8h 29m
£50–138
Drive 238.9 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Rochdalecar 238.9 mi
4h 48m
£59–85
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 18m
£93–228
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
6h 7m
£81–304
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Rochdaletrain
6h 41m
£142–338

Poole to Rochdale by bus

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Distance: 271.6 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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 £130–180 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Rochdale Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Middleton Bus Station in around 8h 29m.

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