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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Oldbury is to bus and line 87 bus which costs £11 - £20 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Oldbury is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Oldbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Oldbury. However, there are services departing from Westgate/Unity Place and arriving at Oldbury Interchange via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange and Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Oldbury?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Oldbury. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Sandwell & Dudley via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Oldbury?

The distance between Rotherham and Oldbury is 87 miles. The road distance is 81.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Oldbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Rotherham to Oldbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Oldbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Oldbury train from?

Rotherham to Oldbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Rotherham to Oldbury?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Oldbury is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 87 bus, which costs £11 - £20 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Rotherham to Oldbury bus arrive?

Rotherham to Oldbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Rotherham to Oldbury train arrive?

Rotherham to Oldbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Oldbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Oldbury is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Rotherham to Oldbury.

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

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Rotherham to Oldbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 87 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2h 6m
£43–69
Bus, line 87 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Oldbury Interchangebus 87 / ...
3h 39m
£12–19
Drive 80.8 mi
1. Drive from Rotherham to Oldburycar 80.8 mi
1h 38m
£20–29
Bus, line 80 bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Markets to Smethwick Galton Bridge Stationbus 80
4h 21m
£21–45

Rotherham to Oldbury by train

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Distance: 86.6 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Rotherham, England and Oldbury, Sandwell, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate/Unity Place to Oldbury Interchange via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, and Newhall Street in around 3h 39m.

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