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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Rotherham is to train which costs £5 - £8 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Rotherham is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Rotherham?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from The Springs B and arriving at Rotherham Interchange/B5 via Barnsley Interchange/A3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Rotherham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Rotherham Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Rotherham?

The distance between Wakefield and Rotherham is 23 miles. The road distance is 22.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Rotherham without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Rotherham Central takes 40 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Rotherham bus from?

Wakefield to Rotherham bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from The Springs B station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Rotherham train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Rotherham?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Rotherham is to train which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Wakefield to Rotherham bus arrive?

Wakefield to Rotherham bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A13 station.

Where does the Wakefield to Rotherham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Rotherham?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rotherham?

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Wakefield to Rotherham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Rotherham 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 Wakefield Westgate to Rotherham Centraltrain Leeds - Sheffield
40 min
£5–8
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from The Springs B to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A3 to Rotherham Interchange/B5bus 7
2h 23m
Drive 22.6 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Rotherhamcar 22.6 mi
29 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Rotherhamtaxi 22.6 mi
29 min
£45–60

Wakefield to Rotherham by train

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Distance: 22.8 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Rotherham Central hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Springs B to Rotherham Interchange/B5 via Barnsley Interchange/A3 in around 2h 23m.

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