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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Widnes is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Widnes is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Widnes?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Widnes. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Runcorn via Sheffield and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Widnes?

The distance between Rotherham and Widnes is 85 miles. The road distance is 69.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Widnes without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £23 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Rotherham to Widnes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Widnes train from?

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

Where does the Rotherham to Widnes train arrive?

Rotherham to Widnes train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Widnes?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Widnes is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Rotherham to Widnes.

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

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Where can I stay near Widnes?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 35m
£24–55
Drive 69.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rotherham to Widnescar 69.1 mi
1h 23m
£17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Corporation Street/Market Street to Sheffield Interchange/C4bus 73 / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Warrington Centraltrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 15m
£21–47

Rotherham to Widnes by train

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2h 35mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.2 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Sheffield to Liverpool South Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 38m. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly.

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