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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Welshpool is to train and line 2 bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Welshpool is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Welshpool via Victoria, Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Welshpool?

The distance between Rochdale and Welshpool is 94 miles. The road distance is 91.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Welshpool without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 44m and costs £28 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Rochdale to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Welshpool train from?

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

Where does the Rochdale to Welshpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochdale to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Welshpool is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Rochdale to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 544+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Rochdale to Welshpool - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 2 bus, and car

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

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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 Shrewsburytrain
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Welshpooltrain
3h 44m
£29–73
Train, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
4h 54m
£16–39
Drive 91.3 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Welshpoolcar 91.3 mi
1h 45m
£23–33
Tram, train, bus
1. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to St Peter's Squaretram
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Dbus X77
4h 15m
£30–64

Rochdale to Welshpool by train and tram

84Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rochdale to Welshpool.

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Distance: 93.7 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Rochdale, England and Welshpool, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Rochdale to Welshpool. However, you can take the train to Manchester Victoria, walk to Victoria, take the vehicle to Piccadilly, walk to Manchester Piccadilly, take the train to Shrewsbury, then take the train to Welshpool. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rochdale to Church Bank via Chester, Railway Station, Wrexham Bus Station 7, Wrexham Bus Station 1, and Bus Station in around 4h 54m.

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