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

The cheapest way to get from Walsall to Rochdale is to bus and line 17 bus which costs £13 - £21 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walsall to Rochdale is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Walsall and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Walsall station to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Walsall Bus Station and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Millennium Point and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Walsall and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Walsall to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Darlaston and arriving at Rochdale via Wolverhampton, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Walsall to Rochdale?

The distance between Walsall and Rochdale is 85 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walsall to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Walsall to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Rochdale bus from?

Walsall to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Millennium Point station.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Rochdale train from?

Walsall to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wolverhampton station.

Train or bus from Walsall to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Walsall to Rochdale is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 17 bus, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Walsall to Rochdale bus arrive?

Walsall to Rochdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Walsall to Rochdale train arrive?

Walsall to Rochdale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Walsall to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Walsall to Rochdale is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Walsall to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 17m
£28–58
Bus, line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 17 / ...
4h 31m
£13–20
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Hatherton Street to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 424
2. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
3h 27m
£16–26
Drive 86 mi
1. Drive from Walsall to Rochdalecar 86 mi
1h 45m
£22–31
Line 9 bus, train, tram
1. Take the bus from Walsall Bus Station to Culwell Streetbus 9 / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town Centretram
3h 54m
£29–55

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Distance: 84.2 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wolverhampton to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Walsall Bus Station to Rochdale Interchange via Old Square, Millennium Point, and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 31m.

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