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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Exeter is to bus which costs £25 - £70 and takes 9h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Exeter is to train and fly which takes 4h 8m and costs £85 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Exeter via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Town Centre and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Exeter?

The distance between Rochdale and Exeter is 263 miles. The road distance is 249.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Rochdale to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Exeter bus from?

Rochdale to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Exeter?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Exeter is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £70 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Rochdale to Exeter bus arrive?

Rochdale to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Rochdale to Exeter train arrive?

Rochdale to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Exeter is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Rochdale to Exeter.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davidstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
6h 17m
£135–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
9h 9m
£26–70
Drive 248.1 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Exetercar 248.1 mi
4h 23m
£61–88
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
4h 8m
£85–207
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 17m
£119–198
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
8h 44m
£120–221

Rochdale to Exeter by tram, foot, and train

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Distance: 261.9 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davids twice daily. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Exeter via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station in around 9h 9m.

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