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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Rochdale
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Rochdale will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Rochdale every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 284 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Rochdale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Rochdale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 284 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Rochdale bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Rochdale coaches for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:40 Glasgow | 8h20 | 16:00 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:20 Glasgow | 5h00 | 14:20 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:55 Glasgow | 5h15 | 15:10 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:40 Glasgow | 4h00 | 01:40 Rochdale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Rochdale
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Rochdale run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 284 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 284 km |
Average bus duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 00:17 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Glasgow to RochdaleYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Rochdale with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to Rochdale coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Rochdale by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rochdale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Rochdale
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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