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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Rotherham Central via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Manchester to Rotherham?

The distance between Manchester and Rotherham is 48 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Rotherham without a car is to train via Sheffield which takes 1h 18m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Manchester to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rotherham train from?

Manchester to Rotherham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Manchester to Rotherham train arrive?

Manchester to Rotherham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Rotherham?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rotherham?

There are 1343+ hotels available in Rotherham.

Manchester to Rotherham - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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

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Train via Sheffield
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
1h 18m
£17–37
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Rotherhamcar 42 mi
59 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Rotherhamtaxi 42 mi
59 min
£90–110
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Meadowhalltrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
1h 21m
£20–32

Manchester to Rotherham by train

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1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 49 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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