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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Carnforth is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Carnforth is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Police Station via Middleton Bus Station, Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Carnforth via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Carnforth?

The distance between Rochdale and Carnforth is 68 miles. The road distance is 57.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Rochdale to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Carnforth bus from?

Rochdale to Carnforth bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Carnforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Carnforth is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 17 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Rochdale to Carnforth bus arrive?

Rochdale to Carnforth bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Middleton Bus Station.

Where does the Rochdale to Carnforth train arrive?

Rochdale to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Carnforth is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Rochdale to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1619+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Rochdale to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 471 bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Boltontrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 32m
£31–47
Drive 56.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochdale to Carnforthcar 56.8 mi
1h 8m
£14–20
Line 471 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 471
2. Take the train from Bolton to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
3h 8m
Line 17 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Middleton Bus Stationbus 17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
4h 19m

Rochdale to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 68 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Carnforth via Bolton in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Police Station via Middleton Bus Station, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 19m.

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