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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Rochdale is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Rochdale is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Rochdale via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Rochdale?

The distance between Sheffield and Rochdale is 54 miles. The road distance is 43.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £19 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Sheffield to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Rochdale train from?

Sheffield to Rochdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.

Where does the Sheffield to Rochdale train arrive?

Sheffield to Rochdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Rochdale is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Sheffield to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

There are 3787+ hotels available in Rochdale.

Sheffield to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 29m
£19–40
Drive 42.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheffield to Rochdalecar 42.9 mi
1h 12m
£11–16
Train, line 18 bus, line 17 bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the bus from Chester Street to Middleton Bus Stationbus 18 / ...
3. Take the bus from Middleton Bus Station to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
2h 22m
£18–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sheffield to Rochdaletaxi 42.9 mi
1h 12m
£180–230
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
2h 13m
£18–37

Sheffield to Rochdale by train and tram

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1h 29mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.2 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 54 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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