The average bus between Rochdale and Rugby takes 7h and the fastest bus takes 5h 12m. The bus service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Rugby. 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 Rugby. The earliest departure is at 3:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Rugby at 8:46 AM. All services require a transfer at St Peter's Square and take an average of 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 42m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Rugby? 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 Rugby. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Lawrence Sheriff Street station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
Rochdale to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.
Rochdale to Rugby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, arrive at Lawrence Sheriff Street station.
The distance between Rochdale and Rugby is 150.9 km. The road distance is 186 km.
You can take a vehicle from Rochdale Town Centre to Lawrence Sheriff Street via St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 6h 6m.