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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Cartmel is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Cartmel is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Cartmel?

The distance between Rochdale and Cartmel is 80 miles. The road distance is 75.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Cartmel without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Rochdale to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Cartmel train from?

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

Where does the Rochdale to Cartmel train arrive?

Rochdale to Cartmel train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Cartmel is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Rochdale to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 3048+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Rochdale to Cartmel - 3 ways to travel via train, line 471 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rochdale to Cartmel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Boltontrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Grange-over-Sandstrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 51m
£42–68
Drive 75.1 mi
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1. Drive from Rochdale to Cartmelcar 75.1 mi
1h 31m
£19–28
Line 471 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 471
2. Take the train from Bolton to Cark & Cartmeltrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
3h 34m
£36–61

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Cartmel via Bolton and Grange-over-Sands in around 2h 51m.

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