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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Poole is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £30 - £60 and takes 11h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Poole is to fly and train which takes 4h 34m and costs £90 - £230.

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 Seldown Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

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 41m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Poole?

The distance between Rochdale and Poole is 273 miles. The road distance is 239.3 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 41m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m 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 41m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £140 and takes 8h 46m.

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 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m 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 41m
£137–195
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
11h 9m
£35–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035 / ...
8h 46m
£47–137
Drive 237.9 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Poolecar 237.9 mi
4h 49m
£59–85
Fly Manchester Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Pooletrain
4h 34m
£92–229
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus
6h 26m
£81–304
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
4. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Pooletrain
7h 12m
£142–340

Rochdale to Poole by train and tram

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Distance: 271.5 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £130–180 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Seldown Coach Station via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 8h 46m.

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