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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Aberystwyth via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Rochdale and Aberystwyth is 156 miles. The road distance is 137 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Rochdale to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Aberystwyth bus from?

Rochdale to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Aberystwyth train from?

Rochdale to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Rochdale to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Rochdale to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Rochdale to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Rochdale to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Aberystwyth is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Rochdale to Aberystwyth.

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

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Rochdale to Aberystwyth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rochdale to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 21m
£60–110
Drive 136.2 mi
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1. Drive from Rochdale to Aberystwythcar 136.2 mi
2h 57m
£34–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Chestertrain
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
7h 42m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
9h 2m
£42–102

Rochdale to Aberystwyth by train and tram

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Distance: 155 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Rochdale, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Rochdale to Aberystwyth via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 2m.

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