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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Rotherham is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Rotherham is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus Station and arriving at College Road/Bridge Street via Meadowhall Interchange/C1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Rotherham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Rotherham Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Leeds to Rotherham?

The distance between Leeds and Rotherham is 34 miles. The road distance is 32.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Rotherham without a car is to bus which takes 52 min and costs £6 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Leeds to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Rotherham bus from?

Leeds to Rotherham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Rotherham train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Rotherham?

The best way to get from Leeds to Rotherham is to bus which takes 52 min and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Leeds to Rotherham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds to Rotherham train arrive?

Leeds to Rotherham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rotherham Central station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Rotherham is 32 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Leeds to Rotherham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leeds to Rotherham?

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Where can I stay near Rotherham?

There are 1401+ hotels available in Rotherham.

Can I share a ride from Leeds to Rotherham?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leeds and Rotherham. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leeds to Rotherham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Leeds to Rotherham by bus, train, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C1 to College Road/Bridge Streetbus X1 / ...
52 min
£7–8
Rideshare
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1. Take the rideshare from Leeds to Rotherhamrideshare 32.8 mi
1h
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Rotherham Centraltrain Leeds - Sheffield
57 min
£10–20
Drive 32.2 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Rotherhamcar 32.2 mi
37 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leeds to Rotherhamtaxi 32.2 mi
37 min
£140–170

Leeds to Rotherham by train

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Distance: 33.5 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

You can take a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to College Road/Bridge Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Meadowhall Interchange/C1 in around 52 min. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Rotherham Central hourly. Tickets cost £10–20 and the journey takes 57 min.

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