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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Rochdale is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Rochdale is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Rochdale via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Wales to Rochdale?

The distance between Wales and Rochdale is 181 miles. The road distance is 186.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Wales to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Rochdale bus from?

Wales to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Rochdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Wales to Rochdale is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Wales to Rochdale bus arrive?

Wales to Rochdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Wales to Rochdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Rochdale is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Wales to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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Wales to Rochdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Wales to Rochdale by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 1m
£62–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
7h 7m
£26–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 5m
£59–87
Drive 185.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rochdalecar 185.6 mi
3h 54m
£47–67

Wales to Rochdale by train and tram

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Wales and Rochdale, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Rochdale Interchange via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 7m.

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