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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Derby is to bus which costs £4 - £11 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Derby is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Westgate/Unity Place and arriving at Derby Bus Station via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Derby. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Derby via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Rotherham to Derby?

The distance between Rotherham and Derby is 42 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Derby without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £6 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Rotherham to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Derby bus from?

Rotherham to Derby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotherham to Derby?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Derby is to train which takes 53 min and costs £6 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £11 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Rotherham to Derby bus arrive?

Rotherham to Derby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Derby Bus Station.

Where does the Rotherham to Derby train arrive?

Rotherham to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Derby is 42 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Rotherham to Derby.

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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Rotherham to Derby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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

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 Rotherham Central to Sheffieldtrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Derbytrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
53 min
£7–41
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Derby Bus Stationbus Uk002
2h 23m
£4–11
Drive 41.7 mi
1. Drive from Rotherham to Derbycar 41.7 mi
47 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotherham to Derbytaxi 41.7 mi
47 min
£90–120
Line 43 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Arundel Gate/AG12 to New Beetwell Streetbus 43 / ...
2. Take the bus from New Beetwell Street to Derwent Streetbus Cmt
3h 19m
£7–10

Rotherham to Derby by train

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Derby via Sheffield in around 53 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Derby Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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