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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Sheffield is to line 17 bus and bus which costs £8 - £13 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Sheffield is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Waingate/CG19 via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/A3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Sheffield via Manchester Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Sheffield?

The distance between Rochdale and Sheffield is 54 miles. The road distance is 43 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £19 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Rochdale to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Sheffield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Sheffield train from?

Rochdale to Sheffield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Sheffield is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £19 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 17 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Rochdale to Sheffield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochdale to Sheffield train arrive?

Rochdale to Sheffield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Sheffield is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Rochdale to Sheffield.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Rochdale to Sheffield by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2h 3m
£19–43
Line 17 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk079
3h 59m
£9–13
Drive 42.7 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Sheffieldcar 42.7 mi
1h 12m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochdale to Sheffieldtaxi 42.7 mi
1h 12m
£180–230
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2h 15m
£19–41

Rochdale to Sheffield by train

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Distance: 53.9 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Waingate/CG19 via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/A3 in around 3h 59m.

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