What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Rotherham?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Rotherham is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Rotherham?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Rotherham is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Westgate/Main Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Rotherham Central via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Bolton to Rotherham?

The distance between Bolton and Rotherham is 61 miles. The road distance is 56.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton to Rotherham without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Rotherham without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 3m and costs £20 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Rotherham?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Bolton to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Rotherham bus from?

Bolton to Rotherham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Rotherham train from?

Bolton to Rotherham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Rotherham?

The best way to get from Bolton to Rotherham is to line 8 bus and bus which takes 4h 1m and costs £8 - £12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Bolton to Rotherham bus arrive?

Bolton to Rotherham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Bolton to Rotherham train arrive?

Bolton to Rotherham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Rotherham is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Bolton to Rotherham.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Rotherham?

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Bolton to Rotherham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 8 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bolton to Rotherham by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/C4 to Corporation Street/Bridge Streetbus 73 / ...
2h 3m
£21–46
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk079
4h 1m
£9–12
Drive 56 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Rotherhamcar 56 mi
1h 14m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2h 4m
£21–46

Bolton to Rotherham by train and bus

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2h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 60.8 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Rotherham, England?

You can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Westgate/Main Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bolton to Rotherham Central via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield in around 2h 4m.

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