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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Rochdale is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Rochdale is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Rochdale via Oxenholme Lake District and Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Windermere to Rochdale?

The distance between Windermere and Rochdale is 84 miles. The road distance is 78.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Rochdale without a car is to train and line 471 bus which takes 3h 4m and costs £29 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Windermere to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Rochdale train from?

Windermere to Rochdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Windermere to Rochdale train arrive?

Windermere to Rochdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Rochdale is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Windermere to Rochdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochdale?

There are 3792+ hotels available in Rochdale.

Windermere to Rochdale - 3 ways to travel via train, line 471 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Windermere to Rochdale by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 471 bus
best
1. Take the train from Windermere to Boltontrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 471
3h 4m
£29–49
Drive 78.5 mi
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1. Drive from Windermere to Rochdalecar 78.5 mi
1h 30m
£20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Boltontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Rochdaletrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
3h 5m
£33–66

Windermere to Rochdale by train and bus

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3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.8 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Rochdale via Oxenholme Lake District and Bolton in around 3h 5m.

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