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Cheap bus tickets from Rossendale to Manchester
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Bus from Rossendale to Manchester: Journey Information
There are 13 intercity buses per day from Rossendale to Manchester. Traveling by bus from Rossendale to Manchester usually takes around 52 minutes, but the fastest Witchway bus can make the trip in 40 minutes.
- Distance
- 16 mi (25 km)
- Shortest duration
- 40m
- Cheapest price
- CZK 83.86
- Trips per day
- 13
- Most frequent service
- Witchway
- Bus lines
- 1
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Rossendale to Manchester Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Rossendale to Manchester:
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What bus companies travel from Rossendale to Manchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Rossendale to Manchester. Witchway connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witchway | 13 | 52m | CZK 84.51 |
Book Witchway from Rossendale to Manchester from CZK 83.86. There are 13 trips per day offered by Witchway from Rossendale to Manchester and you can expect on average to pay CZK 84.51 for a Witchway ticket to Manchester. In Rossendale, Witchway departs to Manchester from Rawtenstall Bus Station. In Manchester, Witchway arrives at Manchester Coach Station.
An average trip on Witchway from Rossendale to Manchester takes 52 minutes, while the fastest available Witchway trip will get you to Manchester in 40 minutes.
On weekends, Witchway offers 30 trips per day. A one way ticket costs CZK 83.86 for a weekend trip to Manchester.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Rossendale to Manchester
There are 13 scheduled buses that travel from Rossendale to Manchester every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Rossendale to Manchester without transferring.
Trips per day
13
Direct trips
13
The bus takes an average of 52 minutes to cover the 16 miles from Rossendale to Manchester. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
16
Distance (km)
25
The first bus leaves at 6:17 AM and the last bus leaves at 9:34 PM. To see the times for all buses from Rossendale to Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
6:17am
Latest bus
9:34pm
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Manchester. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Saturday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
Manchester
Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as “The Capital of the North,” Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for the football, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Rossendale?
Main departure station: Rawtenstall Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Rossendale.
All bus stations in Rossendale:
- Rawtenstall Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Manchester Coach Station
A short walk from the city center, Manchester Coach Station is located on Chorlton Street on the ground floor of a multistory parking garage. It has basic facilities including restrooms, food kiosks, and a small newsagent. The station's shops are open between 06:30 am and 7:00 pm each day. Neighboring streets offer several bars and other food options. As a major hub for National Express, this station is the departing point for trips to Birmingham, London, Northern Ireland, and Ireland. Local buses depart from streetside shelters outside the station.
All bus stations in Manchester:
- Manchester Coach Station
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