How to travel from Rotherham to Leeds

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Compare bus and train for Rotherham to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotherham to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $21.

Distance: 26 miles (43 km)

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Driving

$21

Average price

$7

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Cheapest

$12

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

59m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 31m

Average total duration

1h 1m

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30m

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48m

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Northern Rail

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National Express

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The cheapest way to travel from Rotherham to Leeds is a bus with an average price of $7.

This is compared to other travel options from Rotherham to Leeds:

A bus is $14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotherham to Leeds costing on average $21.

The fastest way to travel from Rotherham to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 1h 29m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rotherham and Leeds including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Rotherham to Leeds among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $21 compared to roughly $12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.34. The journey takes 59m versus 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Rotherham to Leeds

How to get from Rotherham to Leeds by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Rotherham to Leeds is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:10 PM0h40
    Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange
    6:50 PMLeeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:10 PM0h40
    Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange
    6:50 PMLeeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:35 PM0h35
    Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange
    5:10 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Northern RailP23938
    12:29 PM1h05
    Rotherham Central (RMC)
    1:34 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP23927
    11:29 AM1h05
    Rotherham Central (RMC)
    12:34 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP23897
    8:29 AM1h05
    Rotherham Central (RMC)
    9:34 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:10 PM0h35
    Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange
    7:45 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:45 PM0h35
    Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange
    1:20 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:40 PM0h40
    Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange
    7:20 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Rotherham to Leeds

Travel to Leeds easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rotherham to Leeds.

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There are 2 options to travel between Rotherham and Leeds including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Rotherham to Leeds is a bus with an average price of $7.

This is compared to other travel options from Rotherham to Leeds:

A bus is $14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotherham to Leeds costing on average $21.

The fastest way to travel from Rotherham to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 1h 29m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 31m.

The distance from Rotherham to Leeds is approximately 26 miles (43 km).
The average frequency per day from Rotherham to Leeds is:
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rotherham and Leeds as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rotherham to Leeds:
  • Trains mostly depart from Rotherham Central (RMC) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
  • Buses mostly depart from Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange and arrive in Leeds, Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rotherham to Leeds, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, First South Yorkshire to go to Leeds by bus.
  • Travel with Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited to go to Leeds by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rotherham to Leeds with the following travel companies:
  • 18 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Omio customers who travel from Rotherham to Leeds often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, York. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leeds and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leeds to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit Temple Newsam, a Tudor-Jacobean mansion featuring beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging exhibits on the history of medicine. For performances, The Grand Theatre showcases opera, ballet, and musicals. Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy the Victoria Quarter for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Notable sights include the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, Roundhay Park, Kirkstall Abbey, and Harewood House.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Leeds allows you to explore its key attractions, such as the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, and the lively shopping and dining scene at Leeds City Centre.

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