How to travel from Manchester to Rochdale

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Compare train and bus for Manchester to Rochdale

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Rochdale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a train costs an average of €2.

Distance: 9 miles (16 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Rochdale is a train with an average price of €4.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Rochdale is by train with an average journey time of 15m.

Other travel options to Rochdale take longer:

Bus takes on average 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Rochdale including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester to Rochdale among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester to Rochdale

Travel to Rochdale easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Rochdale.

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There are 2 options to travel between Manchester and Rochdale including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Rochdale is a train with an average price of €4.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Rochdale is by train with an average journey time of 15m.

Other travel options to Rochdale take longer:

Bus takes on average 32m.

The distance from Manchester to Rochdale is approximately 9 miles (16 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Rochdale is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Rochdale as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Rochdale:
  • Trains mostly depart from Manchester Victoria (MCV) and arrive in Rochdale station (RCD).
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Airport and arrive in Chadderton, Broadway.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Rochdale, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Bee Network to go to Rochdale by bus.
  • Travel with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited to go to Rochdale by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Manchester to Rochdale with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with Bee Network.
  • 8 direct trains per day with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Rochdale often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester Victoria (MCV), Leeds, Bradford, Blackpool. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rochdale and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rochdale to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days in Rochdale would be ideal to explore its main attractions, including the Rochdale Town Hall, the Touchstones Rochdale museum, and the beautiful surrounding countryside.
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