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What is the best way to travel from Rochdale to Liverpool?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Liverpool from Rochdale. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
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Daily departures
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0h 38m
£4
£7
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Train
1h 10m
£10
£23
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What is the cheapest way to reach Liverpool from Rochdale?

You can get to Liverpool with just £4 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £4
tomorrow
from £4
Sunday
from £4
Monday
from £7
Tuesday
from £4
Wednesday
from £4
Thursday
from £4

    Cheapest Buses today

  • National Express
    0h 42m
    0
    23:59
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    00:41
    Liverpool
    Old Swan
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 39m
    0
    23:59
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    00:38
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:05
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    15:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    17:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    0h 45m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:45
    Liverpool
    Edge Hill Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • Northern
    1h 10m
    0
    05:51
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    07:01
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £28

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    13:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:48
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    15:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:33
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:05
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    15:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    17:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • Cheapest Trains tomorrow

  • Northern
    2h 1m
    0
    05:51
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    07:52
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £10
  • Northern
    1h 10m
    0
    05:51
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    07:01
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £24

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    13:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:48
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:05
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    15:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    17:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    09:43
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:33
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • CrossCountry
    2h 24m
    0
    05:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:34
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £22
  • CrossCountry
    2h 18m
    0
    05:40
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:58
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £23

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    09:43
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • CrossCountry
    2h 24m
    0
    05:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:34
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £18
  • CrossCountry
    2h 18m
    0
    05:40
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:58
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £22

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:15
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    09:55
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:15
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:45
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    13:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:00
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Northern
    1h 10m
    0
    00:10
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    01:20
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £24
  • Northern
    1h 43m
    0
    05:51
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    07:34
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £27

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    13:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:48
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    0h 45m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:45
    Liverpool
    Edge Hill Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • CrossCountry
    2h 24m
    0
    05:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:34
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £17

What are the fastest trips from Rochdale to Liverpool?

You can get to Liverpool from Rochdale in just 0h 38m with a Bus from National Express. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 0h 39m
tomorrow
from 0h 43m
Sunday
from 0h 43m
Monday
from 0h 38m
Tuesday
from 0h 38m
Wednesday
from 0h 50m
Thursday
from 0h 43m

    Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    0h 39m
    0
    23:59
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    00:38
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 42m
    0
    23:59
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    00:41
    Liverpool
    Old Swan
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    0h 45m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:45
    Liverpool
    Edge Hill Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:05
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    15:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    17:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • Fastest Trains today

  • Northern
    1h 10m
    0
    05:51
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    07:01
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £28

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    13:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:48
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    15:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:33
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:05
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    15:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    17:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • Fastest Trains tomorrow

  • Northern
    1h 10m
    0
    05:51
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    07:01
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £24
  • Northern
    2h 1m
    0
    05:51
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    07:52
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £10

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    13:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:48
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:05
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4
  • megabus
    1h 45m
    0
    15:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    17:35
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £4

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    09:43
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:33
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • CrossCountry
    2h 18m
    0
    05:40
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:58
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £23
  • CrossCountry
    2h 24m
    0
    05:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:34
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    09:43
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • CrossCountry
    2h 18m
    0
    05:40
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:58
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £22
  • CrossCountry
    2h 24m
    0
    05:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:34
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £18

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:15
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    09:55
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:15
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:45
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    13:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    14:00
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Northern
    1h 10m
    0
    00:10
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    01:20
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £24
  • Northern
    1h 43m
    0
    05:51
    Rochdale
    Central Station
    07:34
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £27

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    13:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    13:48
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    0h 45m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    18:45
    Liverpool
    Edge Hill Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • CrossCountry
    2h 24m
    0
    05:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:34
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £17
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Rochdale to Liverpool

What are the most popular stations in Rochdale and Liverpool?

In Rochdale, you will usually depart from Bus Stop, Central Station or Castleton (Manchester) Station, while in Liverpool you will be arriving at Lime Street Station, One Bus Station or Penny Lane, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Liverpool from Rochdale? With 5 connections between 1 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Rochdale and Liverpool, you can pay as low as £4 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from National Express: you will get to Liverpool in just 0h 38m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Rochdale and Liverpool are National Express, megabus and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Rochdale and Liverpool is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Whitworth or to Birkenhead, and look at flights from Leeds Bradford Airport, and landing at Blackpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Rochdale to Liverpool?

The most popular companies between Rochdale and Liverpool, are National Express, megabus and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express, megabus, FlixBus and 1 more.

Train companies: Northern

All you need to know when you travel from Rochdale to Liverpool

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Rochdale to Liverpool. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Rochdale to Liverpool

How can I reach Liverpool from Rochdale?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Liverpool from Rochdale.

How far is Liverpool from Rochdale?

The distance between Rochdale and Liverpool is 59.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Rochdale and Liverpool?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 10 kgs, and a flight 15 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Rochdale to Liverpool?

You can get to Liverpool with just £4 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochdale to Liverpool?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Liverpool in just 0h 38m with a Bus from National Express.

More routes to Rochdale and to Liverpool

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Rochdale and to Liverpool. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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