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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Cardiff is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 8h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Town Centre and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Cardiff?

The distance between Rochdale and Cardiff is 186 miles. The road distance is 187.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Cardiff without a car is to tram and train which takes 5h 12m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Rochdale to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Cardiff train from?

Rochdale to Cardiff train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Rochdale Town Centre station.

Where does the Rochdale to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochdale to Cardiff train arrive?

Rochdale to Cardiff train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at St Peter's Square station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Cardiff is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Rochdale to Cardiff.

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

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 12m
£70–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
8h 1m
£23–38
Drive 186.3 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Cardiffcar 186.3 mi
3h 55m
£46–67
Tram, train via Birmingham
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 49m
£89–146

Rochdale to Cardiff by tram, foot, and train

102Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.6 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Cardiff North Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station in around 8h 1m.

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