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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rochdale to Reading
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
9 h 59 m
Average duration
9 h 59 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rochdale to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Reading will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £61.
Of the 1 buses that leave Rochdale for Reading every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 9 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 59 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 59 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.
8:109h59Rochdale18:09Reading£611One-way0 changes
- 8:109h59Rochdale18:09Reading£611One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Rochdale to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 253 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price | £101 Average Price |
10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rochdale to Reading bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Reading coaches for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:10 Rochdale | 9h59 | 18:09 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rochdale to Reading
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Buses from Rochdale to Reading run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 20:40. The fastest coach covers the 253 km distance in 9h 59m.
Distance 253 km |
Average bus duration 10h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 59m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 20:40 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Rochdale to Reading coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Reading
Most Rochdale to Reading buses use the Rochdale, Interchange to Reading, Blagrave Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Rochdale and Reading bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Rochdale station do buses to Reading leave from?
Rochdale, Interchange bus station facilities and services
Rochdale, Interchange has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochdale, Interchange: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Reading station do buses from Rochdale arrive at?
Getting to Reading, Blagrave Street from Reading city centre
Reading, Blagrave Street bus station facilities and services
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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