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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Rotherham is to bus which costs £6 - £9 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Rotherham is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough station to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Westgate/Main Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Scarborough and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Scarborough and arriving at Rotherham Central via York and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Rotherham?

The distance between Scarborough and Rotherham is 87 miles. The road distance is 83.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Rotherham without a car is to train via York which takes 2h 25m and costs £28 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Scarborough to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Rotherham bus from?

Scarborough to Rotherham bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Rotherham train from?

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

Train or bus from Scarborough to Rotherham?

The best way to get from Scarborough to Rotherham is to train via York which takes 2h 25m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Scarborough to Rotherham bus arrive?

Scarborough to Rotherham bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Leeds Bus Station Entrance.

Where does the Scarborough to Rotherham train arrive?

Scarborough to Rotherham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Rotherham is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Scarborough to Rotherham.

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

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Scarborough to Rotherham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Yorktrain
2. Take the train from York to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Rotherham Centraltrain
2h 25m
£28–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31 / ...
4h 25m
£6–9
Drive 83.2 mi
1. Drive from Scarborough to Rotherhamcar 83.2 mi
1h 44m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Meadowhalltrain Scarborough - Sheffield
2h 58m
£46–81

Scarborough to Rotherham by train

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Distance: 86.6 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Scarborough to Rotherham Central via York and Doncaster in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Westgate/Main Street via Leeds City Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 4h 25m.

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