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How to get from Stretford to Rochdale by light rail?

By light rail

To get from Stretford to Rochdale in North West, take the PURPLE LINE light rail from Stretford (Manchester Metrolink) station to Trafford Bar (Manchester Metrolink) station. Next, take the PINK LINE light rail from Trafford Bar (Manchester Metrolink) station to Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min.

87min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
Walk to Rochdale
Leaves from Stretford (Manchester Metrolink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Stretford (Manchester Metrolink)
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PURPLE LINE
    Etihad Campus (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Trafford Bar (Manchester Metrolink)
    5 min
  • 4
    Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PINK LINE
    Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 5
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink)
    64 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rochdale
    Walk to
    Rochdale
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus and light rail

To get from Stretford to Rochdale in North West, take the 256 bus from Stretford Public Hall (Stop E) station to Dickinson Street (Stop So) station. Next, take the PINK LINE light rail from St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink) station to Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min.

86min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 256256
Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
Walk to Rochdale
Leaves from Stretford Public Hall (Stop E)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stretford Public Hall (Stop E)
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 256256
    Wait for bus
    256
    Piccadilly Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dickinson Street (Stop So)
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink)
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PINK LINE
    Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink)
    55 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rochdale
    Walk to
    Rochdale
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Stretford to Rochdale

The distance between Stretford, North West and Rochdale, North West is approximately 20.25 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Stretford to Rochdale by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Stretford

Stretford is located at Stretford, North West and the nearest public transport station is Stretford Arndale (Stop G).

Bus stations close to Stretford:

  • Stretford Arndale (Stop G)
  • Stretford Arndale (Stop M)
  • Stretford Metrolink (Stop K)

Public transport stations close to Rochdale, North West

Rochdale is located at Rochdale, North West and the nearest public transport station is The Esplanade.

Bus stations close to Rochdale:

  • The Esplanade
  • Rochdale Interchange
  • Moore Street

By bus and light rail

To get from Stretford to Rochdale in North West, take the 256 bus from Stretford Public Hall (Stop E) station to Dickinson Street (Stop So) station. Next, take the PINK LINE light rail from St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink) station to Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min.

86min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 256256
Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
Walk to Rochdale
Leaves from Stretford Public Hall (Stop E)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stretford Public Hall (Stop E)
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 256256
    Wait for bus
    256
    Piccadilly Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dickinson Street (Stop So)
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink)
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PINK LINE
    Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink)
    55 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rochdale
    Walk to
    Rochdale
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Stretford to Rochdale?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line PURPLE LINE, Bus line PINK LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Stretford to Rochdale?

    The alternative route takes 86 minutes, using Bus line 256, Bus line PINK LINE.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Stretford and Rochdale in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 light rail lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Stretford to Rochdale in North West?

    The PURPLE LINE light rail line goes from Stretford (Manchester Metrolink) station near Stretford to Etihad Campus (Manchester Metrolink) station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Etihad Campus (Manchester Metrolink) station near Rochdale in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Stretford to Rochdale in North West by light rail?

    The total travel time between Stretford and Rochdale in North West by light rail is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Stretford to get to Rochdale in North West?

    Get on the PURPLE LINE light rail from the Stretford (Manchester Metrolink) station near Stretford in North West.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Stretford and Rochdale in North West?

    Get off the light rail at the Etihad Campus (Manchester Metrolink) station, which is closest to Rochdale in North West.

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