The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Rotherham
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
36
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Rotherham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Rotherham will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 36 buses that leave Leeds for Rotherham on Sun, Jun 21, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus2:35 PM0h45Leeds, Coach Station3:20 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange$61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 AM0h40Leeds, Coach Station11:10 AMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange$71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:30 AM0h40Leeds, Coach Station12:10 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange$71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:50 AM0h40Leeds, Coach Station9:30 AMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange$71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:50 PM0h35Leeds, Coach Station9:25 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange$71One-way0 transfers
NX1347:05 AM0h35Leeds, Coach Station7:40 AMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange$101One-way0 transfers
NX1316:40 PM0h35Leeds, Coach Station7:15 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:30 AM0h35Leeds, Coach Station9:05 AMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange$71One-way0 transfers
NX24012:20 AM0h35Leeds, Coach Station12:55 AMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange$71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:50 PM0h35Leeds, Coach Station9:25 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Rotherham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Rotherham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Rotherham:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Rotherham costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Rotherham take longer:
Train takes on average 57m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (38m by bus vs 46m by car) and save roughly $4 (€4) compared to fuel and tolls ($8 (€6) vs $12 (€10)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Leeds to Rotherham Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 0h36 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Live departures
Leeds to Rotherham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Rotherham buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 9:25 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
NX240 | 12:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 12:55 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX466 | 1:00 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 1:40 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 1h10 | 3:10 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0h40 | 5:05 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0h35 | 5:20 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 1h10 | 6:25 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 5:40 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 6:15 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 | 6:40 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 7:20 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX134 | 7:05 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 7:40 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 8:00 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 8:35 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 9:05 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 9:30 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | 9:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 9:50 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Leeds | 0h40 | 10:15 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h45 | 10:35 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 9:55 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 10:30 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 10:50 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 11:10 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | 10:55 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 11:35 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 12:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 11:45 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 12:25 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 12:45 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 2:00 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 1:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 2:25 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Leeds | 0h40 | 2:40 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h45 | 3:20 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 3:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 4:00 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 4:05 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 4:20 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 4:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 5:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 | 4:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 5:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 5:35 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX195 | 6:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h40 | 6:40 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 6:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 7:15 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0h35 | 7:45 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Rotherham
Buses from Leeds to Rotherham run on average 18 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average bus duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Leeds to RotherhamYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Rotherham with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Rotherham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Rotherham by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotherham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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