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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Westgate/Unity Place and arriving at Reading RailAir via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Leicester and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Reading via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Reading?

The distance between Rotherham and Reading is 175 miles. The road distance is 161.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Rotherham to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Reading bus from?

Rotherham to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotherham to Reading?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Reading is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus via Leicester, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Rotherham to Reading bus arrive?

Rotherham to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Asda station.

Where does the Rotherham to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotherham to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Reading is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Rotherham to Reading.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rotherham to Reading 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 Sheffield to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
3h 57m
£52–276
Drive 160.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rotherham to Readingcar 160.3 mi
2h 55m
£39–56
Bus via Leicester
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Asdabus
2. Take the bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 52m
£41–58
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
4h 46m
£84–281
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 35m
£60–104

Rotherham to Reading by train

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Distance: 173.9 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Reading every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–270 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate/Unity Place to Reading RailAir via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Leicester, London Heathrow Airport, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 52m.

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