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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Rotherham is to bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Rotherham is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Westgate/Main Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Rotherham Central via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Preston to Rotherham?

The distance between Preston and Rotherham is 80 miles. The road distance is 76.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Rotherham without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Preston to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Rotherham bus from?

Preston to Rotherham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Preston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Rotherham train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Rotherham?

The best way to get from Preston to Rotherham is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Preston to Rotherham bus arrive?

Preston to Rotherham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Rotherham train arrive?

Preston to Rotherham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Rotherham is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Preston to Rotherham.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Rotherham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 34m
£22–50
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk079
3h 55m
£11–17
Drive 75.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Rotherhamcar 75.7 mi
1h 33m
£19–27

Preston to Rotherham by train

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Distance: 79.1 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Rotherham Central via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to Westgate/Main Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 3h 55m.

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