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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Swansea is to bus via Birmingham which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Manchester Central Coach Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Swansea via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Swansea?

The distance between Rochdale and Swansea is 226 miles. The road distance is 191.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Rochdale to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Swansea train from?

Rochdale to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Swansea?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Swansea is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h.

Where does the Rochdale to Swansea bus arrive?

Rochdale to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Rochdale to Swansea train arrive?

Rochdale to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Swansea is 191 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Rochdale to Swansea.

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

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Rochdale to Swansea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rochdale to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 38m
£90–160
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
8h 36m
£30–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
8h
£45–107
Drive 190 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Swanseacar 190 mi
4h 1m
£47–67

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Distance: 225.1 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Rochdale, England and Swansea, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Sophia Gardens in around 8h.

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