What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Rothwell?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Rothwell is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Rothwell?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Rothwell is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Rothwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Rothwell. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Rothwell Library via Haymarket Bus Station and Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Rothwell?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Rothwell. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Kettering via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Rothwell?

The distance between Birmingham and Rothwell is 72 miles. The road distance is 52.1 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Rothwell without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Rothwell without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £35 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Rothwell?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Birmingham to Rothwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Rothwell bus from?

Birmingham to Rothwell bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Rothwell train from?

Birmingham to Rothwell train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Rothwell?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Rothwell is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £27 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Birmingham to Rothwell bus arrive?

Birmingham to Rothwell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Rothwell train arrive?

Birmingham to Rothwell train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Rothwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Rothwell is 52 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Birmingham to Rothwell.

Where can I stay near Rothwell?

There are 759+ hotels available in Rothwell.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Rothwell by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2h 23m
£37–54
Drive 51.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Rothwellcar 51.8 mi
52 min
£13–18
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to Newland Centrebus X4 / ...
2h 47m
£25–50
Train, bus via Leicester
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Street to Market Hallbus X3
3h 20m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to The Squarebus X7
3h 28m
£13–26

Birmingham to Rothwell by train, foot, and bus

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2h 23mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.8 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Rothwell, Northamptonshire, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to War Memorial via Leicester, Kettering, and Newland Centre in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rothwell Library via St Margaret's Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station, The Square, and Market Hall in around 3h 28m.

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