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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Rochdale is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Rochdale is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus Swindon and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Promenade, Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub, Newhall Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Rochdale via Bristol Parkway, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Swindon to Rochdale?

The distance between Swindon and Rochdale is 212 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Swindon to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Rochdale bus from?

Swindon to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus Swindon station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Rochdale train from?

Swindon to Rochdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Swindon to Rochdale is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Swindon to Rochdale bus arrive?

Swindon to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Rochdale train arrive?

Swindon to Rochdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Rochdale is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Swindon to Rochdale.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 45m
£105–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus Swindon to Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
7h 10m
£20–33
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Rochdalecar 171.2 mi
3h 14m
£42–61
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 36m
£107–353
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
5h 54m
£64–123

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Distance: 210.5 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Rochdale via Bristol Parkway, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus Swindon to Rochdale Interchange via Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub, Newhall Street, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 10m.

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