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 9h 45m.

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 - £220.

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 London Heathrow Airport, Newhall Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

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 32m.

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 32m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m 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 32m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Poole to Rochdale bus arrive?

Poole to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
6h 32m
£137–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
9h 45m
£40–80
Drive 238.9 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Rochdalecar 238.9 mi
4h 48m
£59–84
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
£94–220
Bus, train, tram
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House Lanebus X6
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)train
4. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town Centretram
10h 19m
£105–193
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
£83–305
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
£143–336

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Distance: 271.6 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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 £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Rochdale Interchange via London Heathrow Airport, Newhall Street, and Shudehill Interchange in around 9h 45m.

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