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

The cheapest way to get from Rothwell to Rotherham is to line 444 bus and bus which costs £4 - £9 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rothwell to Rotherham is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Rothwell and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Rothwell to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Commercial Street and arriving at Westgate/Main Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Rothwell and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct train from Rothwell to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Woodlesford and arriving at Rotherham Central via Meadowhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Rothwell to Rotherham?

The distance between Rothwell and Rotherham is 40 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rothwell to Rotherham without a car is to line 444 bus and bus which takes 1h 45m and costs £4 - £9.

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

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

Where do I catch the Rothwell to Rotherham bus from?

Rothwell to Rotherham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Commercial Street station.

Where do I catch the Rothwell to Rotherham train from?

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

Train or bus from Rothwell to Rotherham?

The best way to get from Rothwell to Rotherham is to line 444 bus and bus which takes 1h 45m and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Rothwell to Rotherham bus arrive?

Rothwell to Rotherham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Rothwell to Rotherham train arrive?

Rothwell to Rotherham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Meadowhall station.

Can I drive from Rothwell to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Rothwell to Rotherham is 28 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Rothwell to Rotherham.

Where can I stay near Rotherham?

There are 1353+ hotels available in Rotherham.

Rothwell to Rotherham - 6 ways to travel via train, line 444 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Rothwell to Rotherham by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 444 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Commercial Street to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31 / ...
1h 45m
£5–9
Line 444 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rothwell Library to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 444 / ...
2. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Rotherham Centraltrain Leeds - Sheffield
2h
£11–20
Drive 28.1 mi
1. Drive from Rothwell to Rotherhamcar 28.1 mi
41 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rothwell to Rotherhamtaxi 28.1 mi
41 min
£60–75
Train
1. Take the train from Woodlesford to Meadowhalltrain Leeds - Sheffield
2h 11m
£17–30
Line 444 bus, bus via Barnsley Interchange/A20
1. Take the bus from Park West to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
3. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A20 to Greasbrough Road/Bridge Streetbus 218 / ...
3h
£8–13

Rothwell to Rotherham by bus

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Distance: 39.5 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Rothwell, Leeds, England and Rotherham, England?

You can take a bus from Commercial Street to Westgate/Main Street via Leeds City Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Woodlesford to Meadowhall hourly. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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