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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Handforth is to line 17 bus and bus which costs £6 and takes 3h 15m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Handforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Frontline House via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Handforth via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Handforth?

The distance between Rochdale and Handforth is 22 miles. The road distance is 24.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Handforth without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 16m and costs £10 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Rochdale to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Handforth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Handforth train from?

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

Where does the Rochdale to Handforth bus arrive?

Rochdale to Handforth bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Rochdale to Handforth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochdale to Handforth?

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

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

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Rochdale to Handforth - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 17 bus, and bus

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the tram from Victoria to Piccadillytram
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Handforthtrain
1h 16m
£10–18
Line 17 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Frontline Housebus 42C
3h 15m
£6
Drive 24.4 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Handforthcar 24.4 mi
31 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochdale to Handforthtaxi 24.4 mi
31 min
£50–65
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Handforthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
1h 56m
£8–13

Rochdale to Handforth by train and tram

213Weekly Services

1h 16mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Frontline House via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens in around 3h 15m.

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