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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Cheltenham is to line 17 bus and bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Park & Ride via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Cheltenham?

The distance between Rochdale and Cheltenham is 138 miles. The road distance is 139.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Rochdale to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Cheltenham bus from?

Rochdale to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 17 bus and bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Rochdale to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Rochdale to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Rochdale to Cheltenham train arrive?

Rochdale to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Cheltenham is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Rochdale to Cheltenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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Rochdale to Cheltenham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 24m
£51–94
Line 17 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Park & Ridebus Cf8
5h 33m
£21–37
Line 17 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Millennium Pointbus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
5h 10m
£31–47
Drive 138.9 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Cheltenhamcar 138.9 mi
2h 36m
£35–50

Rochdale to Cheltenham by train and tram

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.6 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Cheltenham Spa via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Park & Ride via Shudehill Interchange and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 5h 33m.

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