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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Rotherham is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Rotherham is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Rotherham Central via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Wigan to Rotherham?

The distance between Wigan and Rotherham is 69 miles. The road distance is 64.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Rotherham without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £25 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Wigan to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Rotherham train from?

Wigan to Rotherham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.

Where does the Wigan to Rotherham train arrive?

Wigan to Rotherham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Rotherham is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Wigan to Rotherham.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotherham?

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Wigan to Rotherham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2h 23m
£25–54
Drive 63.9 mi
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1. Drive from Wigan to Rotherhamcar 63.9 mi
1h 26m
£16–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Fbus 360
2. Take the train from Warrington Central to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/C4 to Corporation Street/Bridge Streetbus 73 / ...
3h 6m
£25–52

Wigan to Rotherham by train

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Distance: 68.6 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Wigan Wallgate to Rotherham Central via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield in around 2h 23m.

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