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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Rochdale

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Oct

Cheapest price on 15 Oct

£14

Average ticket price on 15 Oct

£16

Fastest journey on 15 Oct

3 h 40 m

Average journey duration on 15 Oct

3 h 51 m

Buses on 15 Oct

45

Distance

272 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Rochdale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Rochdale will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.

Fast coaches

On Thu 15 Oct, we found 45 buses from London to Rochdale, including 45 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 272 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    14:404h20
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    19:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    14:004h40
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    18:40Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:103h55
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    17:05Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    14:005h00
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    19:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    20:004h50
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    0:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    £141One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Rochdale

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Buses from London to Rochdale run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 272 km distance in 3h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
272 km
Average bus duration
4h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
15
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

London to Rochdale bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Rochdale coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h20
11:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h40
11:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h50
11:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h10
11:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h50
12:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h15
12:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h50
14:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
6h20
15:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h15
14:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h30
16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h45
15:45 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h10
16:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h50
16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h50
16:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h05
15:45 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h30
16:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h10
16:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h35
17:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h00
17:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h55
17:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h20
17:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h40
18:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h00
19:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h55
20:25 Halifax, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h20
19:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h00
18:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h10
20:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
5h15
20:25 Halifax, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h25
20:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h00
21:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h40
20:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h20
21:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h00
20:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h30
22:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h50
22:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h10
23:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h30
23:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h00
23:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h40
23:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h50
0:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h10
0:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h00
2:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h30
2:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 changesdirect

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Why should you book London to Rochdale coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from London to Rochdale.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Rochdale.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Rochdale.

Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from London to RochdaleYou can travel by bus between London to Rochdale with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£8
FlixBus frequency
42 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
5h 8m
Cheapest National Express Price
£18
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Complete guide to Rochdale

Things to do in Rochdale

Discover the best of Rochdale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rochdale trip today.

  • Recommended

Touchstones Rochdale

Rochdale’s main museum explores local history, art and natural heritage inside a restored historic building in the town centre.

  • Recommended

East Lancashire Railway Heywood Station

A working heritage railway with exhibitions, restored carriages and station displays, popular for scenic steam journeys from Heywood.

  • Recommended

Rochdale Pioneers Museum

A local heritage venue covering the co-operative movement and social history linked with nearby Toad Lane and Rochdale pioneers.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Rochdale is usually cheaper than Manchester for hotels, meals and local transport, making it good value for day trips and short stays.

Average meal costs

Budget
£6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£40+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.50-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafés usually do not expect tips, but spare change is appreciated.

FAQs: London to Rochdale coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Rochdale can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Rochdale is £18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Rochdale is 3h 40m to travel the 272 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Rochdale leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Rochdale leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from London to Rochdale with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Rochdale, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Rochdale. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Rochdale and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from London , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Baker Street Station, London, Golders Green Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 . When arriving in Rochdale , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Rochdale, Interchange, Halifax, Bus Station, Oldham, Cheapside, Halifax, Railway Station, Chadderton, Broadway, Manchester, Airport.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Rochdale including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Rochdale:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Rochdale for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Rochdale depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Rochdale.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Rochdale:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Rochdale:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London to Rochdale. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Rochdale with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Rochdale with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Rochdale with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Rochdale

Most London to Rochdale buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Rochdale bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Rochdale

Which London station do buses to Rochdale leave from?

Buses from London to Rochdale leave from London, Victoria Coach Station. The station is 2 km from London city centre at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre

London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £1 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min

London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services

London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre

BusN113 · 22m · £2 · every ~2 min
A1, A31, A2, A6 · 25m · £1 · every ~6 min
757 · 28m · £4 · every ~9 min
A31, A1, A2, A6 · 30m · £1 · every ~6 min
Uk023, Ukx010, Ukn21, Ukn10, Uk003, Uk014, Uk008, Ukn11, Uk010, Uk020, Uk004, Uk021, Uk001, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn30, Uk030, Uk005, Uk002, Ukn31 · 40m · £1 · every ~9 min
13 · 41m · £4 · every ~28 min
SubwayJubilee · 12m · £6 · every ~68 min
Jubilee · 12m · £5 · every ~68 min
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre

BusN11, N44 · 11m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 14m · £2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 16m · £2 · every ~46 min
24 · 23m · £2 · every ~25 min
390 · 31m · £2 · every ~26 min
A8 · 33m · £1 · every ~10 min

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