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What is the best way to travel from York to Rochdale?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Rochdale from York. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
2h 21m
£37
£41
5
Train
2h 13m
£37
£37
6

What is the cheapest way to reach Rochdale from York?

You can reach Rochdale with just £37 by taking a Bus from TransPennine Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £37
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 59m
    0
    02:15
    York
    Central Station
    06:14
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £37
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 34m
    0
    04:40
    York
    Central Station
    07:14
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £37
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 21m
    0
    05:25
    York
    Central Station
    07:46
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £37
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 30m
    0
    05:05
    York
    Central Station
    07:35
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £47
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 27m
    0
    05:45
    York
    Central Station
    08:12
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £47

    • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Northern
    2h 17m
    0
    06:57
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    09:14
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £37
  • Northern
    2h 18m
    0
    07:28
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    09:46
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £37
  • Northern
    2h 13m
    0
    08:00
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    10:13
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £37
  • Northern
    2h 18m
    0
    08:29
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    10:47
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £37
  • Northern
    2h 14m
    0
    08:59
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    11:13
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £37

What are the fastest trips from York to Rochdale?

You can get to Rochdale from York in just 2h 13m with a Train from Northern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 2h 13m
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Northern
    2h 13m
    0
    08:00
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    10:13
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £37
  • Northern
    2h 14m
    0
    08:59
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    11:13
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £37
  • Northern
    2h 17m
    0
    06:57
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    09:14
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £37
  • Northern
    2h 18m
    0
    07:28
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    09:46
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £37
  • Northern
    2h 18m
    0
    08:29
    York
    Hammerton Train Station
    10:47
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £37

    • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • TransPennine Express
    2h 21m
    0
    05:25
    York
    Central Station
    07:46
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £37
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 27m
    0
    05:45
    York
    Central Station
    08:12
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £47
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 30m
    0
    05:05
    York
    Central Station
    07:35
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £47
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 34m
    0
    04:40
    York
    Central Station
    07:14
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £37
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 59m
    0
    02:15
    York
    Central Station
    06:14
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £37
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from York to Rochdale

What are the most popular stations in York and Rochdale?

In York, you will usually depart from Central Station, Stockton on the Forest Village Hall Bus Stop or Barton Hill A64, while in Rochdale you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Central Station or Castleton (Manchester) Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Rochdale from York? With 10 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between York and Rochdale, you can pay as low as £37 with a Bus from TransPennine Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Northern: you will get to Rochdale in just 2h 13m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting York and Rochdale are TransPennine Express and Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in York and Rochdale is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bishopthorpe or to Whitworth, and look at flights from Leeds Bradford Airport, and landing at Leeds Bradford Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from York to Rochdale?

The most popular companies between York and Rochdale, are TransPennine Express and Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Northern

All you need to know when you travel from York to Rochdale

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from York to Rochdale. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from York to Rochdale

How can I reach Rochdale from York?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Rochdale from York.

How far is Rochdale from York?

The distance between York and Rochdale is 79.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between York and Rochdale?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 14 kgs, and a flight 20 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from York to Rochdale?

You can get to Rochdale with just £37 by taking a Bus from TransPennine Express.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Rochdale in just 2h 13m with a Train from Northern.

More routes to York and to Rochdale

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to York and to Rochdale. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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