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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Rochdale is to bus and line 17 bus which costs £17 - £25 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Rochdale is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Rochdale via Newcastle and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Rochdale?

The distance between Sunderland and Rochdale is 156 miles. The road distance is 121.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Sunderland to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Rochdale bus from?

Sunderland to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Rochdale train from?

Sunderland to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Rochdale is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 17 bus, which costs £17 - £25 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Sunderland to Rochdale bus arrive?

Sunderland to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Sunderland to Rochdale train arrive?

Sunderland to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Rochdale is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Sunderland to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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Sunderland to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 17 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Rochdaletrain Leeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
3h 24m
£46–100
Bus, line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
4h 21m
£17–25
Drive 120.6 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Rochdalecar 120.6 mi
2h 14m
£30–43
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Thornabytrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Todmordentrain Redcar Central - Manchester Victoria / ...
4h 11m
£42–74
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
5h 7m
£25–42

Sunderland to Rochdale by train

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Distance: 155.1 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Rochdale via Newcastle and Leeds in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Rochdale Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 21m.

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