The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rochdale to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rochdale to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Middlesbrough will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 2 buses that leave Rochdale for Middlesbrough 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 122 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 2 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.
19:543h56Rochdale23:50Middlesbrough£211One-way0 changes
8:534h02Rochdale12:55Middlesbrough£211One-way0 changes
19:543h56Rochdale23:50Middlesbrough£211One-way0 changes
8:534h02Rochdale12:55Middlesbrough£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Rochdale to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 122 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rochdale to Middlesbrough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Middlesbrough coaches for today, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:23 Rochdale | 4h07 | 18:30 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Rochdale to Middlesbrough by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rochdale to Middlesbrough
Buses from Rochdale to Middlesbrough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:29. The fastest coach covers the 122 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 122 km |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:29 |
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Bus providers: National Express from Rochdale to MiddlesbroughYou can travel by bus between Rochdale to Middlesbrough with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rochdale to Middlesbrough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale to Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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