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East Kilbride to Rochdale buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between East Kilbride and Rochdale takes 8h 43m and the fastest bus takes 7h 32m. The bus runs, on average, 2 times per week from East Kilbride 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.

8h 43m
Duration
234 mi
Distance
£38
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

East Kilbride to Rochdale bus times

Buses run twice a week between East Kilbride and Rochdale. The earliest departure is at 8:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from East Kilbride is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Rochdale at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer at King Street and take an average of 8h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFlixBusBee Network9h 55m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFlixBusBee Network7h 32m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride to Rochdale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 234.3 mi
  • Duration: 8h 43m

What companies run services between East Kilbride, Scotland and Rochdale, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 4h.

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