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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Greater Manchester is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 1h and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Rotherham and Greater Manchester is 50 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Rotherham to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

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

Rotherham to Greater Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.

Where does the Rotherham to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Rotherham to Greater Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Greater Manchester is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Rotherham to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3617+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Rotherham to Greater Manchester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Rotherham to Greater Manchester by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 45m
£16–34
Drive 41.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rotherham to Greater Manchestercar 41.6 mi
1h
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotherham to Greater Manchestertaxi 41.6 mi
1h
£85–110

Rotherham to Greater Manchester by train and bus

217Weekly Services

1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49.8 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 58 min. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly.

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