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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Swindon is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 8h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Swindon is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Regent Circus Swindon via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub and Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Swindon via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Swindon?

The distance between Rochdale and Swindon is 212 miles. The road distance is 171.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Rochdale to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Swindon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Swindon train from?

Rochdale to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Swindon?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Swindon is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Rochdale to Swindon bus arrive?

Rochdale to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Rochdale to Swindon train arrive?

Rochdale to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Swindon is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Rochdale to Swindon.

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

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Rochdale to Swindon - 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 Swindon by train, bus, car, plane, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
5h 9m
£105–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station to Regent Circus Swindonbus
8h 25m
£32–78
Line 17 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
4. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
6h 44m
£53–91
Drive 170.2 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Swindoncar 170.2 mi
3h 11m
£42–60
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
4h 52m
£98–354
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
6h 18m
£89–141

Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) flights

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Distance: 210.4 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Swindon via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Bristol Parkway in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Regent Circus Swindon via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, Promenade, and Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station in around 8h 25m.

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