What is the cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale?

The cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale is to bus and line 17 bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale?

The fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Stoke-on-Trent and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Stoke-on-Trent and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Rochdale via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale?

The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Rochdale is 49 miles. The road distance is 53.4 miles.

How do I travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale without a car?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale bus from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale train from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Train or bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 17 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale bus arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale train arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale.

How do I get a train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale?

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Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale - 4 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rochdaletrain Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
1h 11m
£19–39
Bus, line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
2h 37m
£7–9
Train, line 17 bus
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
1h 51m
£17–33
Drive 53.1 mi
1. Drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdalecar 53.1 mi
1h 9m
£13–19

Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale by train and tram

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.5 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Stoke-on-Trent, England and Rochdale, England?

You can take a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Rochdale Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 37m.

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