The average bus between Rochdale and Middlesbrough takes 4h 3m and the fastest bus takes 3h 33m. The bus service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Middlesbrough. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 5 times a day between Rochdale and Middlesbrough. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Middlesbrough at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Middlesbrough? 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.
No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Middlesbrough station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Rochdale to Middlesbrough bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.
Rochdale to Middlesbrough bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bus Station Express Lounge.
The distance between Rochdale and Middlesbrough is 122.3 km. The road distance is 186 km.
You can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bus Station Express Lounge via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 5h 3m.