What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Rotherham?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Rotherham is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Rotherham?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Rotherham is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Westgate/Main Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Rotherham?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Rotherham is 53 miles. The road distance is 41.8 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Rotherham without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Rotherham without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 15m and costs £16 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Rotherham?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Greater Manchester to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Rotherham bus from?

Greater Manchester to Rotherham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Rotherham bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Rotherham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Rotherham is 42 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Rotherham.

Where can I stay near Rotherham?

There are 1391+ hotels available in Rotherham.

Greater Manchester to Rotherham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Rotherham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/C4 to Corporation Street/Bridge Streetbus 73 / ...
2h 15m
£17–34
Drive 41.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Rotherhamcar 41.6 mi
59 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Rotherhamtaxi 41.6 mi
59 min
£180–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31 / ...
3h 28m
£14–22

Greater Manchester to Rotherham by bus and train

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2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 52.7 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Rotherham, England?

You can take a bus from Horton Road to Westgate/Main Street via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 3h 28m.

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