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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Accrington is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Accrington is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Westgate/Unity Place and arriving at Warner Street via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Accrington via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Accrington?

The distance between Rotherham and Accrington is 77 miles. The road distance is 61.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Rotherham to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Accrington bus from?

Rotherham to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Accrington train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotherham to Accrington?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Accrington is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Rotherham to Accrington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotherham to Accrington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotherham to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Accrington is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Rotherham to Accrington.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Rotherham to Accrington?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Accringtontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2h 58m
£30–58
Drive 61.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rotherham to Accringtoncar 61.4 mi
1h 21m
£15–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Meadowhall to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
3h 42m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
4h 14m

Rotherham to Accrington by train

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Distance: 76.4 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Accrington via Leeds in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate/Unity Place to Warner Street via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 14m.

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