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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Rochdale is to bus via Birmingham which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Rochdale is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Newhall Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Rochdale Town Centre via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Swansea to Rochdale?

The distance between Swansea and Rochdale is 231 miles. The road distance is 191.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Swansea to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Rochdale bus from?

Swansea to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Rochdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Swansea to Rochdale is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Swansea to Rochdale bus arrive?

Swansea to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Swansea to Rochdale train arrive?

Swansea to Rochdale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Rochdale is 191 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Swansea to Rochdale.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Rochdale?

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 44m
£91–151
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 35m
£30–49
Drive 190.2 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Rochdalecar 190.2 mi
4h 2m
£47–67
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 51m
£88–169
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
7h 38m
£47–108

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Distance: 230 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Rochdale, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Rochdale Interchange via Newhall Street and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 35m.

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