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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Skelmanthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe. However, there are services departing from Westgate/Unity Place and arriving at Queen Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Leeds City Bus Station and Wakefield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe?

The distance between Rotherham and Skelmanthorpe is 35 miles. The road distance is 20.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe bus from?

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

Where does the Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe bus arrive?

Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe is 21 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe.

Where can I stay near Skelmanthorpe?

There are 1745+ hotels available in Skelmanthorpe.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to Wakefield WestgateSheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Queen StreetX1
2h 5m
Drive 20.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe20.8 mi
30 min
£6–8
Bus via Leeds City Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Leeds City Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Station110 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Queen StreetX1
2h 56m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotherham to Skelmanthorpe20.8 mi
30 min
£45–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotherham Interchange/A3 to Barnsley Interchange/A1722X / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Wakefield Bus Station59 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Queen StreetX1
3h 26m

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Distance: 35.3 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Westgate/Unity Place to Queen Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Leeds City Bus Station, and Wakefield Bus Station in around 2h 56m.

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