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

The cheapest way to get from Sale to Rochdale is to line 41 bus and line 17 bus which costs £4 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sale to Rochdale is to drive which takes 24 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Sale and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Sale to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Sale Metrolink Stop and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Sale and Rochdale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chorlton and arriving at Rochdale Town Centre. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Sale to Rochdale?

The distance between Sale and Rochdale is 16 miles. The road distance is 21.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sale to Rochdale without a car is to tram and train which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Sale to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sale to Rochdale bus from?

Sale to Rochdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Sale Metrolink Stop station.

Where do I catch the Sale to Rochdale train from?

Sale to Rochdale train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Chorlton station.

Where does the Sale to Rochdale bus arrive?

Sale to Rochdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Victoria Rail Station.

Where does the Sale to Rochdale train arrive?

Sale to Rochdale train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Rochdale Town Centre station.

Can I drive from Sale to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Sale to Rochdale is 22 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Sale to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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Sale to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 41 bus

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Sale to Victoriatram Green Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rochdaletrain Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
45 min
£7–12
Line 41 bus, line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sale Metrolink Stop to Victoria Rail Stationbus 41
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
2h 2m
£4
Drive 21.8 mi
1. Drive from Sale to Rochdalecar 21.8 mi
24 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sale to Rochdaletaxi 21.8 mi
24 min
£45–60
Tram
1. Take the tram from Chorlton to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
1h 14m
£5–8

Sale to Rochdale by tram and train

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Distance: 15.9 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a bus from Sale Metrolink Stop to Rochdale Interchange via Victoria Rail Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, Metrolink operates a vehicle from Chorlton to Rochdale Town Centre every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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