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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Rotherham is to bus which costs £6 - £21 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Rotherham is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Westgate/Main Street via Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Rotherham Central via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Rotherham?

The distance between Gateshead and Rotherham is 125 miles. The road distance is 119.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Rotherham without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Gateshead to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Rotherham bus from?

Gateshead to Rotherham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Rotherham train from?

Gateshead to Rotherham train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Gateshead to Rotherham?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Rotherham is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £21 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Gateshead to Rotherham bus arrive?

Gateshead to Rotherham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Gateshead to Rotherham train arrive?

Gateshead to Rotherham train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Rotherham is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Gateshead to Rotherham.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotherham?

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Gateshead to Rotherham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gateshead to Rotherham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to DoncasterEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Rotherham CentralAdwick - Sheffield / ...
2h 12m
£26–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk001 / ...
3h 14m
£6–21
Drive 118.5 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Rotherham118.5 mi
2h 15m
£29–42
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Newcastle to LeedsNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Rotherham CentralLeeds - Sheffield / ...
3h
£28–101
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2131 / ...
4h 43m
£17–42

Gateshead to Rotherham by train

158Weekly Trains

2h 12mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.4 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Rotherham Central via Doncaster in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Meadowhall Interchange/B1 hourly. Tickets cost £6–21 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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