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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Exeter is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 8h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Exeter?

The distance between Rochdale and Exeter is 259 miles. The road distance is 249.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Exeter without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 46m and costs £55 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Rochdale to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Exeter bus from?

Rochdale to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Exeter train from?

Rochdale to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Exeter?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Exeter is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 46m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Rochdale to Exeter bus arrive?

Rochdale to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Rochdale to Exeter train arrive?

Rochdale to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Exeter is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Rochdale to Exeter.

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

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Rochdale to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Rochdale to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New StreetManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 46m
£59–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUk045 / ...
8h 22m
£14–38
Drive 248.1 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Exeter248.1 mi
4h 20m
£62–89
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Manchester Victoria
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
4h 46m
£89–281
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St DavidsManchester Piccadilly - Paignton
6h 18m
£69–405
Train #2
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
8h 42m
£89–170

Rochdale to Exeter by train and tram

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5h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Exeter St Davids via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bampfylde Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 8h 22m.

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