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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Wakefield is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Wakefield is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Interchange/A3 and arriving at The Springs H via Barnsley Interchange/A13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Rotherham to Wakefield?

The distance between Rotherham and Wakefield is 23 miles. The road distance is 22.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £7 - £14.

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

The train from Rotherham Central to Wakefield Westgate takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Wakefield bus from?

Rotherham to Wakefield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Rotherham Interchange/A3 station.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotherham to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Wakefield is to train which takes 47 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Rotherham to Wakefield bus arrive?

Rotherham to Wakefield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A17 station.

Where does the Rotherham to Wakefield train arrive?

Rotherham to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Wakefield is 23 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Rotherham to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Rotherham to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Rotherham to Wakefield 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 Wakefield Westgatetrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
47 min
£7–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotherham Interchange/A3 to Barnsley Interchange/A17bus 22X / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to The Springs Hbus 59 / ...
2h 14m
£6–9
Drive 22.7 mi
1. Drive from Rotherham to Wakefieldcar 22.7 mi
29 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotherham to Wakefieldtaxi 22.7 mi
29 min
£45–60

Rotherham to Wakefield by train

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47 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 22.8 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Rotherham Central to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotherham Interchange/A3 to The Springs H via Barnsley Interchange/A13 in around 2h 14m.

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