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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Rotherham is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Rotherham is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Westgate/Main Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Asda and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Rotherham Central via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Reading to Rotherham?

The distance between Reading and Rotherham is 175 miles. The road distance is 160.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Rotherham without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Reading to Rotherham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Rotherham bus from?

Reading to Rotherham bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Rotherham train from?

Reading to Rotherham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Rotherham?

The best way to get from Reading to Rotherham is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Reading to Rotherham bus arrive?

Reading to Rotherham bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Rotherham train arrive?

Reading to Rotherham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Reading to Rotherham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Rotherham is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Reading to Rotherham.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotherham?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Rotherham.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to SheffieldReading - Newcastle / ...
3h 11m
£69–174
Drive 160 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Rotherham160 mi
2h 53m
£39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Asda
3. Take the bus from Asda to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
6h 19m
£43–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
4h 55m
£86–266

Reading to Rotherham by train

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3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.8 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Sheffield every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–170 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Westgate/Main Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Asda, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 6h 19m.

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