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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Preston is to line 471 bus and line 125 bus which costs £5 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Preston is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Preston. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Preston via Salford Crescent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Preston?

The distance between Rochdale and Preston is 41 miles. The road distance is 30.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Preston without a car is to train via Salford Crescent which takes 1h 35m and costs £15 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Rochdale to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Preston bus from?

Rochdale to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Preston train from?

Rochdale to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Preston?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Preston is to train via Salford Crescent which takes 1h 35m and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can line 17 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £9 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Rochdale to Preston bus arrive?

Rochdale to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Rochdale to Preston train arrive?

Rochdale to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Preston is 30 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Rochdale to Preston.

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

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Rochdale to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Rochdale to Preston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Salford Crescent
best
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Salford Crescenttrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 35m
£16–30
Line 17 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
3h 4m
£5–9
Drive 30.2 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Prestoncar 30.2 mi
44 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochdale to Prestontaxi 30.2 mi
44 min
£70–85
Train
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
2h
£18–34
Line 471 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 471
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Percy Streetbus 125
3h 8m
£5

Rochdale to Preston by train

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Distance: 40.9 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Preston via Salford Crescent in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange in around 3h 4m.

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