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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Congleton is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Congleton is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Congleton via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Congleton?

The distance between Rochdale and Congleton is 37 miles. The road distance is 39.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Congleton without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £9 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Rochdale to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Congleton train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochdale to Congleton?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Congleton is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £9 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 17 bus and line 38 bus, which costs and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Rochdale to Congleton train arrive?

Rochdale to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Congleton is 40 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Rochdale to Congleton.

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

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Where can I stay near Congleton?

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Rochdale to Congleton - 6 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Rochdale to Congleton by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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 Manchester VictoriaLeeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CongletonManchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent
1h 51m
£9–29
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's SquarePink Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CongletonManchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent
2h 34m
£8–20
Line 17 bus, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Shudehill Interchange17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station38
2h 44m
Drive 39.4 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Congleton39.4 mi
48 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochdale to Congleton39.4 mi
48 min
£80–100
Tram, line 38 bus
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's SquarePink Line
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station38
2h 39m

Rochdale to Congleton by train and tram

115Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 36.6 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Congleton via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Piccadilly, Macclesfield, and Bus Station in around 2h 44m.

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