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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Poole is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Poole is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Poole Seldown Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Poole. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Poole via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Poole?

The distance between Rochdale and Poole is 273 miles. The road distance is 238.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Poole without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Rochdale to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Poole bus from?

Rochdale to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Poole train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Poole?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Poole is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Rochdale to Poole bus arrive?

Rochdale to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Rochdale to Poole train arrive?

Rochdale to Poole train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Poole is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Rochdale to Poole.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
6h 49m
£116–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
8h 57m
£42–78
Drive 236.8 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Poolecar 236.8 mi
4h 52m
£60–86
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
7h 7m
£105–363
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain
9h 26m
£100–241

Rochdale to Poole by bus and foot

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Distance: 271.5 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Poole Seldown Coach Station via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 in around 8h 57m.

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