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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £87.
Distance: 242 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£87 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Rochdale to Bristol, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Rochdale to Bristol:
A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rochdale to Bristol costing on average £87.
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 59m.
Tickets start at around £87 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£39. The journey takes 3h 36m versus 3h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Bristol from Rochdale by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Rochdale to Bristol is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Bristol are Bath, Cardiff, London, Oxford and Birmingham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bristol on Omio.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Cardiff is a compact capital known for Welsh culture, Cardiff Castle and the energy of the Principality Stadium. Victorian arcades, civic landmarks and Cardiff Bay give it a character that feels both historic and modern.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
Travel to Bristol easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rochdale to Bristol.
This is compared to other travel options from Rochdale to Bristol:
A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rochdale to Bristol costing on average £87.
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 59m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rochdale and Bristol as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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