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How to get from Rochdale to Wilmslow by bus and train?

From Rochdale to Wilmslow by bus and train

To get from Rochdale to Wilmslow in Wilmslow, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 17 bus from Rochdale Interchange station to Shudehill Interchange station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 33 bus and finally take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Wilmslow station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min.

94min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1717
Bus - 3333
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Leaves from Rochdale Interchange

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rochdale Interchange
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Shudehill
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shudehill Interchange
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shudehill Interchange
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3333
    Wait for bus
    33
    Eccles
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Piccadilly Gardens (Stop S)
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    300 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 9
    Ride to train station Wilmslow
    Ride to train station
    Wilmslow
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Rochdale to Wilmslow by bus, light rail and train

To get from Rochdale to Wilmslow in Wilmslow, you’ll need to take one bus line, one light rail line and one train line: take the 17 bus from Rochdale Interchange station to Shudehill Interchange station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the YELLOW LINE light rail and finally take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Wilmslow station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min.

94min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1717
Light rail - YELLOW LINEYELLOW LINE
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Leaves from Rochdale Interchange

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rochdale Interchange
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Shudehill
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shudehill Interchange
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Shudehill (Manchester Metrolink)
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Light rail - YELLOW LINEYELLOW LINE
    Wait for light rail
    YELLOW LINE
    Piccadilly (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Piccadilly (Manchester Metrolink)
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    260 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 9
    Ride to train station Wilmslow
    Ride to train station
    Wilmslow
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rochdale to Wilmslow

The distance between Rochdale, Wilmslow and Wilmslow, Wilmslow is approximately 39.34 km, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rochdale to Wilmslow by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wilmslow – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Rochdale

Rochdale is located at Rochdale, Wilmslow and the nearest public transport station is Rochdale Interchange.

Bus stations close to Rochdale:

  • Rochdale Interchange
  • The Esplanade
  • Moore Street

Public transport stations close to Wilmslow, Wilmslow

Wilmslow is located at Wilmslow, Wilmslow and the nearest public transport station is Wilmslow.

Train stations close to Wilmslow:

  • Alderley Edge
  • Styal

Bus stations close to Wilmslow:

  • Wilmslow
  • King's Arms Hotel
  • Bank Square (Stand B)

From Rochdale to Wilmslow by bus, light rail and train

To get from Rochdale to Wilmslow in Wilmslow, you’ll need to take one bus line, one light rail line and one train line: take the 17 bus from Rochdale Interchange station to Shudehill Interchange station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the YELLOW LINE light rail and finally take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Wilmslow station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min.

94min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1717
Light rail - YELLOW LINEYELLOW LINE
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Leaves from Rochdale Interchange

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rochdale Interchange
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Shudehill
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shudehill Interchange
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Shudehill (Manchester Metrolink)
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Light rail - YELLOW LINEYELLOW LINE
    Wait for light rail
    YELLOW LINE
    Piccadilly (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Piccadilly (Manchester Metrolink)
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    260 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 9
    Ride to train station Wilmslow
    Ride to train station
    Wilmslow
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Bus line 17, Bus line 33, Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST.

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

    The alternative route takes 94 minutes, using Bus line 17, Bus line YELLOW LINE, Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST.

  • Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Wilmslow?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Rochdale to Wilmslow?

    The 17 bus line goes from Rochdale Interchange station near Rochdale in North West to Shudehill station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Shudehill station near Wilmslow in Wilmslow.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rochdale to Wilmslow by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Rochdale in North West and Wilmslow in Wilmslow by bus and train is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Rochdale to get to Wilmslow?

    Get on the 17 bus from the Rochdale Interchange stop near Rochdale in North West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Rochdale and Wilmslow?

    Get off the bus at the Shudehill station, which is closest to Wilmslow in Wilmslow.

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