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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Sunderland is to tram and bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Interchange via Halifax Bus Station and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Sunderland via Leeds and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Sunderland?

The distance between Rochdale and Sunderland is 157 miles. The road distance is 121.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Rochdale to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Sunderland bus from?

Rochdale to Sunderland bus services, operated by Team Pennine, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 587 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Rochdale to Sunderland bus arrive?

Rochdale to Sunderland bus services, operated by Team Pennine, arrive at Halifax Bus Station Entrance.

Where does the Rochdale to Sunderland train arrive?

Rochdale to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Sunderland is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Rochdale to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Rochdale to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, line 587 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 52m
£46–102
Tram, bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram Pink Line
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 44m
£25–41
Line 587 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Halifax Bus Station Entrancebus 587
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
5h 14m
Drive 121 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Sunderlandcar 121 mi
2h 14m
£30–43
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Todmorden to Thornabytrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
4h 36m
£43–74

Rochdale to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Sunderland via Leeds and Newcastle in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Interchange via Halifax Bus Station Entrance, Halifax Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 5h 14m.

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