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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Cardigan is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 11h 24m.

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 Finch Square C via Shudehill Interchange, Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

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 Fishguard & Goodwick via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Cardigan?

The distance between Rochdale and Cardigan is 203 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 and bus which takes 7h 47m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m 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 FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange 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 9h 13m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 11h 24m.

Where does the Rochdale to Cardigan bus arrive?

Rochdale to Cardigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Millennium Point station.

Where does the Rochdale to Cardigan train arrive?

Rochdale to Cardigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Fishguard & Goodwick 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 882+ 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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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
7h 47m
£64–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Millennium Pointbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
11h 24m
£40–85
Train, bus via Bangor
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
10h 13m
£56–94
Drive 173.4 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Cardigancar 173.4 mi
3h 52m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Manchester Piccadilly - Fishguard Harbour
9h 13m
£117–204

Rochdale to Cardigan by train, tram, and bus

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Distance: 201.8 mi
Duration: 7h 47m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Fishguard & Goodwick twice daily. Tickets cost £110–190 and the journey takes 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Finch Square C via Shudehill Interchange, Millennium Point, Birmingham Coach Station, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 11h 24m.

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