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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 10h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Bournemouth is to fly and train which takes 4h 8m and costs £90 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Town Centre and arriving at Bournemouth via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Bournemouth?

The distance between Rochdale and Bournemouth is 227 miles. The road distance is 237 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Rochdale to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Bournemouth is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 10h 9m.

Where does the Rochdale to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Rochdale to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Rochdale to Bournemouth train arrive?

Rochdale to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Bournemouth is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Rochdale to Bournemouth.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Rochdale to Bournemouth by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Manchester Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
4h 8m
£91–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
10h 9m
£40–82
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
6h 57m
£135–196
Drive 235.7 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Bournemouthcar 235.7 mi
4h 40m
£58–84
Train, train to Newcastle, fly
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
4. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
6h 51m
£140–330

Rochdale to Bournemouth by tram, foot, and train

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Distance: 226 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bournemouth Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 9m.

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