What is the cheapest way to get from Handforth Station to Rochdale?

The cheapest way to get from Handforth Station to Rochdale is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Handforth Station to Rochdale?

The fastest way to get from Handforth Station to Rochdale is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Handforth Station and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Handforth Station to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Shopping Centre and arriving at Rochdale Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens and Park View. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Handforth Station and Rochdale?

No, there is no direct train from Handforth Station to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Handforth and arriving at Rochdale via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Handforth Station to Rochdale?

The distance between Handforth Station and Rochdale is 22 miles. The road distance is 24.8 miles.

How do I travel from Handforth Station to Rochdale without a car?

The best way to get from Handforth Station to Rochdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £7 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Handforth Station to Rochdale?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Handforth Station to Rochdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Handforth Station to Rochdale bus from?

Handforth Station to Rochdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Handforth Station to Rochdale train from?

Handforth Station to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Handforth station.

Train or bus from Handforth Station to Rochdale?

The best way to get from Handforth Station to Rochdale is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £7 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus and line 17 bus, which costs and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Handforth Station to Rochdale bus arrive?

Handforth Station to Rochdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Handforth Station to Rochdale train arrive?

Handforth Station to Rochdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Handforth Station to Rochdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Handforth Station to Rochdale is 25 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Handforth Station to Rochdale.

How do I get a train ticket from Handforth Station to Rochdale?

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Handforth Station to Rochdale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Handforth Station to Rochdale by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Handforth to Manchester PiccadillyCrewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to RochdaleClitheroe - Rochdale / ...
1h 8m
£7–22
Train, tram
cheapest
1. Take the train from Handforth to Manchester PiccadillyCrewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Town CentrePink Line
1h 39m
£6–17
Bus, line 17 bus
1. Take the bus from Shopping Centre to Piccadilly Gardens42C
2. Take the bus from Park View to Rochdale Interchange17 / ...
2h 29m
Drive 24.7 mi
1. Drive from Handforth Station to Rochdale24.7 mi
31 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Handforth Station to Rochdale24.7 mi
31 min
£50–65

Handforth Station to Rochdale by train and tram

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1h 8mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Handforth Station, England and Rochdale, England?

You can take a train from Handforth to Rochdale via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Handforth Station to Rochdale Interchange via Shopping Centre, Piccadilly Gardens, and Park View in around 2h 29m.

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