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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Blackpool is to line 17 bus and bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Blackpool is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Blackpool via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Blackpool North via Salford Crescent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Blackpool?

The distance between Rochdale and Blackpool is 59 miles. The road distance is 47.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Rochdale to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Blackpool bus from?

Rochdale to Blackpool bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Blackpool train from?

Rochdale to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Blackpool is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 17 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Rochdale to Blackpool bus arrive?

Rochdale to Blackpool bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Rochdale to Blackpool train arrive?

Rochdale to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Blackpool is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Rochdale to Blackpool.

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

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Rochdale to Blackpool - 6 ways to travel via train, line 471 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Rochdale to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Salford Crescenttrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2h 3m
£23–44
Line 17 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Blackpoolbus Uk026
3h 29m
£8–12
Line 471 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 471
2. Take the train from Bolton to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2h 41m
£17–29
Drive 47.6 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Blackpoolcar 47.6 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochdale to Blackpooltaxi 47.6 mi
1h 1m
£100–130
Line 464 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Arrival Standbus 464
2. Take the train from Accrington to Blackpool Northtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2h 52m

Rochdale to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 58.3 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Blackpool North via Salford Crescent in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Blackpool via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 3h 29m.

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