What is the best way to travel from Rotherham to Manchester?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Manchester from Rotherham. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Rotherham?
You can reach Manchester with just £10 by taking a Train from TransPennine Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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TransPennine Express1h 19m006:46RotherhamCentral Station08:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 06:46:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 19m
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Northern1h 37m006:58RotherhamCentral Station08:35ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 06:58:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 08:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 37m
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Northern1h 22m007:43RotherhamCentral Station09:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 07:43:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 22m
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Northern1h 39m007:56RotherhamCentral Station09:35ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 07:56:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 09:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 39m
Cheapest Trains Monday
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TransPennine Express1h 19m006:46RotherhamCentral Station08:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 06:46:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 19m
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Northern4h 46m000:12RotherhamCentral Station04:58ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 00:12:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 04:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 46m
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Northern1h 37m006:58RotherhamCentral Station08:35ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 06:58:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 08:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 37m
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Northern1h 22m007:43RotherhamCentral Station09:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 07:43:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 22m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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TransPennine Express1h 19m006:46RotherhamCentral Station08:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 06:46:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 19m
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Northern4h 46m000:12RotherhamCentral Station04:58ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 00:12:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 04:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 46m
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Northern1h 37m006:58RotherhamCentral Station08:35ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 06:58:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 08:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 37m
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Northern1h 22m007:43RotherhamCentral Station09:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 07:43:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 22m
Cheapest Trains Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Rotherham to Manchester?
You can get to Manchester from Rotherham in just 1h 19m with a Train from TransPennine Express. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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TransPennine Express1h 19m006:46RotherhamCentral Station08:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 06:46:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 19m
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Northern1h 22m007:43RotherhamCentral Station09:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 07:43:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 22m
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Northern1h 37m006:58RotherhamCentral Station08:35ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 06:58:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 08:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 37m
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Northern1h 39m007:56RotherhamCentral Station09:35ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 24/02/2025 07:56:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/02/2025 09:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 39m
Fastest Trains Monday
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TransPennine Express1h 19m006:46RotherhamCentral Station08:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 06:46:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 19m
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Northern1h 22m007:43RotherhamCentral Station09:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 07:43:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 22m
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Northern1h 37m006:58RotherhamCentral Station08:35ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 06:58:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 08:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 37m
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Northern4h 46m000:12RotherhamCentral Station04:58ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 00:12:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 04:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 46m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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TransPennine Express1h 19m006:46RotherhamCentral Station08:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 06:46:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 19m
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Northern1h 22m007:43RotherhamCentral Station09:05ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 07:43:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 22m
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Northern1h 37m006:58RotherhamCentral Station08:35ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 06:58:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 08:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 37m
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Northern4h 46m000:12RotherhamCentral Station04:58ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) at 27/02/2025 00:12:00 to Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/02/2025 04:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 46m
Fastest Trains Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Rotherham to Manchester
What are the most popular stations in Rotherham and Manchester?
In Rotherham, you will usually depart from Central Station, Bus Stop or Central Bus Station, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Piccadilly Train Station, Victoria Station or Shudehill Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Manchester from Rotherham? With 4 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Rotherham and Manchester, you can pay as low as £10 with a Train from TransPennine Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from TransPennine Express: you will get to Manchester in just 1h 19m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Rotherham and Manchester are Northern and TransPennine Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Rotherham and Manchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Treeton or to Salford, and look at flights from Doncaster Sheffield Airport, and landing at Liverpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Rotherham to Manchester?
The most popular companies between Rotherham and Manchester, are Northern and TransPennine Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Northern and TransPennine Express
All you need to know when you travel from Rotherham to Manchester
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Rotherham to Manchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Rotherham to Manchester
How can I reach Manchester from Rotherham?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Manchester from Rotherham.
How far is Manchester from Rotherham?
The distance between Rotherham and Manchester is 58.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Rotherham and Manchester?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 10 kgs, and a flight 14 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Rotherham to Manchester?
You can get to Manchester with just £10 by taking a Train from TransPennine Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Rotherham to Manchester?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Manchester in just 1h 19m with a Train from TransPennine Express.
More routes to Rotherham and to Manchester
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Rotherham and to Manchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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