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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Cardigan is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Synod Inn via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Park Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Aberystwyth via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Cardigan?

The distance between Rochdale and Cardigan is 195 miles. The road distance is 174.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Cardigan without a car is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Rochdale to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Cardigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Cardigan is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £100 - £160 and takes 10h 59m.

Where does the Rochdale to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochdale to Cardigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochdale to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Cardigan is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Rochdale to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 875+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Rochdale to Cardigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rochdale to Cardigan 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 / ...
7h 24m
£125–182
Drive 173.4 mi
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1. Drive from Rochdale to Cardigancar 173.4 mi
3h 52m
£43–63
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
10h 59m
£106–153
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Clunderwentrain Cardiff Central - Milford Haven / ...
8h 13m
£174–269
Train #2
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Fishguard Harbourtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Fishguard Harbour
8h 43m
£185–276

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Distance: 193.6 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Cardigan via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, Shrewsbury, Aberystwyth, Park Avenue, and Synod Inn in around 7h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Cardigan via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2, Park Avenue, and Synod Inn in around 10h 59m.

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