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Trip Overview

The average bus between Cardiff and Rochdale takes 7h 53m and the fastest bus takes 6h 22m. The bus runs, on average, 6 times per week from Cardiff to Rochdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 53m
Duration
221 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Cardiff to Rochdale bus times

Buses run 6 times a week between Cardiff and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 6:10 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Bus Station and take an average of 7h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    FlixBusFlixBusBee Network12h 54m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    FlixBusFlixBusBee Network6h 55m • 2 changes
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    FlixBusFlixBusBee Network6h 55m • 2 changes
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    FlixBusFlixBusBee Network6h 35m • 2 changes
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    FlixBusFlixBusBee Network7h 41m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Rochdale? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Rochdale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 221.5 mi
  • Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Rochdale, England?

You can take a bus from Cardiff - North Road to Rochdale Interchange via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 31m.

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