What is the cheapest way to get from Trafford Bar to Rochdale?

The cheapest way to get from Trafford Bar to Rochdale is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Trafford Bar to Rochdale?

The fastest way to get from Trafford Bar to Rochdale is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Trafford Bar and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Trafford Bar to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Trafford Bar and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens and Middleton Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Trafford Bar and Rochdale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Trafford Bar and arriving at Rochdale Town Centre. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Trafford Bar to Rochdale?

The distance between Trafford Bar and Rochdale is 13 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

How do I travel from Trafford Bar to Rochdale without a car?

The best way to get from Trafford Bar to Rochdale without a car is to tram and train which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Trafford Bar to Rochdale?

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Trafford Bar to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trafford Bar to Rochdale bus from?

Trafford Bar to Rochdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Trafford Bar station.

Where do I catch the Trafford Bar to Rochdale train from?

Trafford Bar to Rochdale train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Trafford Bar station.

Where does the Trafford Bar to Rochdale bus arrive?

Trafford Bar to Rochdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Trafford Bar to Rochdale train arrive?

Trafford Bar to Rochdale train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Trafford Bar to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Trafford Bar to Rochdale is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Trafford Bar to Rochdale.

Where can I stay near Rochdale?

There are 3832+ hotels available in Rochdale.

Trafford Bar to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 250 bus

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Trafford Bar to Victoriatram Pink Line / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rochdaletrain Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
36 min
£6–11
Drive 15.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Trafford Bar to Rochdalecar 15.9 mi
25 min
£4–6
Line 250 bus, line 163 bus, line 17 bus
1. Take the bus from Trafford Bar to Piccadilly Gardensbus 250 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Middleton Bus Stationbus 163 / ...
3. Take the bus from Middleton Bus Station to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
1h 28m
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Trafford Bar to Rochdaletaxi 15.9 mi
25 min
£35–45
Tram
1. Take the tram from Trafford Bar to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
1h 9m
£5–7

Trafford Bar to Rochdale by tram and train

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Distance: 12.8 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Trafford Bar, England and Rochdale, England?

You can take a bus from Trafford Bar to Rochdale Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens and Middleton Bus Station in around 1h 28m. Alternatively, Metrolink operates a vehicle from Trafford Bar to Rochdale Town Centre every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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