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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 10h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Barnstaple via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly, Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Barnstaple?

The distance between Rochdale and Barnstaple is 298 miles. The road distance is 267.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 34m and costs £140 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Rochdale to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Barnstaple bus from?

Rochdale to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Barnstaple train from?

Rochdale to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Barnstaple is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 34m and costs £140 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 10h 19m.

Where does the Rochdale to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Rochdale to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Rochdale to Barnstaple train arrive?

Rochdale to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Barnstaple is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Rochdale to Barnstaple.

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

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Rochdale to Barnstaple - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 34m
£141–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
10h 19m
£40–82
Drive 265.7 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Barnstaplecar 265.7 mi
4h 42m
£65–94
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 5m
£102–202
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davidstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
8h 7m
£152–231
Train #2
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
10h 35m
£137–261

Rochdale to Barnstaple by train and tram

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7h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.9 mi
Duration: 7h 34m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Barnstaple via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, Birmingham New Street, and Exeter St Davids in around 7h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 10h 19m.

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