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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Wales is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Wales is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Wales. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at University RE via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Wales. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Cardiff Central via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Wales?

The distance between Rochdale and Wales is 181 miles. The road distance is 187.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Rochdale to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Wales bus from?

Rochdale to Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Wales?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Wales is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Rochdale to Wales bus arrive?

Rochdale to Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Rochdale to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochdale to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Wales is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Rochdale to Wales.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 25m
£59–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to University REbus 216 / ...
7h 36m
£26–43
Drive 186.3 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Cardiffcar 186.3 mi
3h 55m
£47–67
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 50m
£77–131

Rochdale to Wales by train and tram

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Rochdale, England and Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to University RE via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 7h 36m.

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