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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Rochdale is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Rochdale is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Westgate B and arriving at John Street via Cleckheaton Bus Station and Halifax Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Rochdale via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Rochdale?

The distance between Wakefield and Rochdale is 49 miles. The road distance is 32 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Wakefield to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Rochdale bus from?

Wakefield to Rochdale bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Westgate B station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Rochdale train from?

Wakefield to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Rochdale is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 268 bus and line 255 bus and line 587 bus, which costs and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Wakefield to Rochdale bus arrive?

Wakefield to Rochdale bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Cleckheaton Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Rochdale train arrive?

Wakefield to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rochdale station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Rochdale is 32 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Wakefield to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

There are 3792+ hotels available in Rochdale.

Can I share a ride from Wakefield to Rochdale?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Wakefield and Rochdale. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Wakefield to Rochdale - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 268 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Wakefield to Rochdale by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Rochdaletrain Leeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
1h 30m
£17–32
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Wakefield to Rochdalerideshare 31.5 mi
58 min
£5
Line 268 bus, line 255 bus, line 587 bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate B to Cleckheaton Bus Stationbus 268
2. Take the bus from Cleckheaton Bus Station to Halifax Bus Stationbus 255
3. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to John Streetbus 587
3h 47m
Line 268 bus, line 590 bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate B to Carr Bottom Roadbus 268
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Robert Streetbus 590
3h 56m
Drive 31.8 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Rochdalecar 31.8 mi
45 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Rochdaletaxi 31.8 mi
45 min
£140–170

Wakefield to Rochdale by train

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Distance: 48.3 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Rochdale every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate B to John Street via Cleckheaton Bus Station and Halifax Bus Station in around 3h 47m.

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