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 £17 - £29 and takes 6h 1m.

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 Cheltenham via Shudehill Interchange and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

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 29m.

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 29m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m 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 29m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 17 bus and bus, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 6h 1m.

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, tram, bus, and car

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

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Train
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 29m
£58–110
Line 17 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Cheltenhambus
6h 1m
£18–29
Tram, bus, train
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
5h 18m
£45–81
Drive 138.9 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Cheltenhamcar 138.9 mi
2h 36m
£34–49

Rochdale to Cheltenham by train and tram

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.6 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Cheltenham via Shudehill Interchange and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 6h 1m.

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