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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Dorset is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Dorset?

The distance between Rochdale and Dorset is 333 miles. The road distance is 238.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 22m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Rochdale to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Dorset train from?

Rochdale to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Rochdale to Dorset train arrive?

Rochdale to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Dorset is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Rochdale to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2505+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Rochdale to Dorset by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 22m
£136–266
Drive 236.7 mi
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1. Drive from Rochdale to Dorsetcar 236.7 mi
4h 44m
£58–84
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Pooletrain
4. Take the bus from Poole station to Tescobus
5. Take the bus from Tesco to Furzehillbus
6h 58m
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
10h 9m
£159–241
Train #2
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
11h 4m
£113–215

Rochdale to Dorset by tram, foot, train, and bus

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10h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 330.8 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Dorset via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 6h 22m.

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