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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Shildon is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Shildon is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Shildon via Doncaster and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Shildon?

The distance between Rotherham and Shildon is 98 miles. The road distance is 93.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Rotherham to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Shildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotherham to Shildon?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Shildon is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £35 and takes 5h.

Where does the Rotherham to Shildon train arrive?

Rotherham to Shildon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Shildon is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Rotherham to Shildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to Doncastertrain Sheffield - Adwick / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Darlingtontrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 43m
£23–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Dolphin Centrebus 591
5h
£27–33
Drive 93.3 mi
1. Drive from Rotherham to Shildoncar 93.3 mi
1h 50m
£23–33
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 24m
£24–84
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Corporation Street/Market Street to Sheffield Interchange/C4bus 73 / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 32m
£25–88

Rotherham to Shildon by train

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Distance: 97.8 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Shildon via Doncaster and Darlington in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Dolphin Centre twice daily. Tickets cost £25–30 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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