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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Wakefield is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Wakefield is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Union Street J via Halifax Bus Station and Stand Z2 Huddersfield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rochdale and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Rochdale to Wakefield?

The distance between Rochdale and Wakefield is 37 miles. The road distance is 32.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs £14 - £24.

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

The train from Rochdale to Wakefield Kirkgate takes 1h including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Wakefield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Wakefield is to train which takes 1h and costs £14 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 587 bus and line 231 bus, which costs and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Rochdale to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochdale to Wakefield train arrive?

Rochdale to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Wakefield is 32 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Rochdale to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2176+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Can I share a ride from Rochdale to Wakefield?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Rochdale and Wakefield. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Rochdale to Wakefield - 7 ways to travel via train, and line 587 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Rochdale to Wakefield by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds
1h
£14–24
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rochdale to Wakefieldrideshare 31.9 mi
58 min
£5
Line 587 bus, line 231 bus
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Halifax Bus Station Entrancebus 587
2. Take the bus from Stand Z2 Huddersfield Bus Station to Union Street Jbus 232 / ...
3h 12m
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
1h 33m
£18–33
Line 590 bus, line 268 bus
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Halifax Bus Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Union Street Jbus 268
4h 15m
Drive 32.1 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Wakefieldcar 32.1 mi
45 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochdale to Wakefieldtaxi 32.1 mi
45 min
£140–170

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Distance: 37 mi
Duration: 1h

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Rochdale to Wakefield Kirkgate 4 times a week. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Union Street J via Halifax Bus Station Entrance, Halifax Bus Station, Huddersfield Bus Station, and Stand Z2 Huddersfield Bus Station in around 3h 12m.

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