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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Rotherham is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Rotherham is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Westgate/Main Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Rotherham?

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

How far is it from Ilkley to Rotherham?

The distance between Ilkley and Rotherham is 49 miles. The road distance is 46.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Rotherham without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £19 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Ilkley to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Rotherham bus from?

Ilkley to Rotherham bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Railway Road station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Rotherham train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Rotherham?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Rotherham is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Ilkley to Rotherham bus arrive?

Ilkley to Rotherham bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Rotherham train arrive?

Ilkley to Rotherham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Rotherham is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Ilkley to Rotherham.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotherham?

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Ilkley to Rotherham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ilkley to Rotherham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Rotherham Centraltrain Leeds - Sheffield
2h 4m
£19–35
Drive 46.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Rotherhamcar 46.3 mi
1h 14m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31 / ...
2h 40m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkley to Rotherhamtaxi 46.3 mi
1h 14m
£95–120
Bus via Corporation Street/Bridge Street
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
2h 50m

Ilkley to Rotherham by train

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Distance: 48.5 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Rotherham Central via Leeds in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Westgate/Main Street via Leeds City Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 2h 40m.

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