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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Rotherham
Showing times and prices for 10 Aug
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
329 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Rotherham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Rotherham will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Fast coaches
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Rotherham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 329 km distance in an average of 7 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 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.
21:058h00Glasgow5:05Rotherham£231One-way0 changes- 6:357h45Glasgow14:20Rotherham£231One-way0 changes
- 6:357h45Glasgow14:20Rotherham£231One-way0 changes
- 21:058h00Glasgow5:05Rotherham£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Rotherham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Rotherham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £141.
Distance: 329 km
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price | £241 Average Price |
7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Rotherham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Rotherham coaches for today, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 22:55 Glasgow | 5h25 | 4:20 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 August | |||||
| 6:35 Glasgow | 7h45 | 14:20 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Rotherham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Rotherham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 329 km distance in 5h 25m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 329 km |
Average bus duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 1:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus from Glasgow to RotherhamYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Rotherham with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest Price
£18
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 45m
Cheapest Price
£46
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 10m
Cheapest Price
£22
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Complete guide to Rotherham
Things to do in Rotherham
Discover the best of Rotherham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rotherham trip today.
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Magna Science Adventure Centre
Working steelworks museum offering guided visits into a former electric arc furnace site. Strong choice for industrial heritage enthusiasts.
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Roche Abbey Visitor Centre
Visitor centre and exhibition space telling the story of one of South Yorkshire's most important monastic ruins and its landscape.
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Clifton Park
Large public park with gardens, lake, play areas and walking routes around Clifton Park Museum and Boston Castle.
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Rother Valley Country Park
Extensive country park around reservoirs and woodland, popular for walking, wildlife and broad views across the south Pennine fringe.
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Wentworth Village
Picturesque estate village with stone houses, green spaces and access to Wentworth Woodhouse, churchyard walks and local heritage.
Yorkshire pudding
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy in South Yorkshire Sunday lunches.
Roast beef and Yorkshire pudding
Roast beef with Yorkshire pudding is a classic local Sunday dinner, prized across Yorkshire for rich gravy and hearty portions.
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Parkin
Parkin is a sticky Yorkshire ginger cake made with oats, treacle and syrup, long linked to autumn and Bonfire Night.
The Blue Elephant
Well-liked Greek restaurant offering grilled meats, meze and warm service in a casual setting.
Marcellos Ristorante
Reliable Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza and classic mains in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Elliots
Smart contemporary restaurant in Wickersley with modern British cooking and a polished but approachable feel.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate by UK standards. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major cities, while buses, taxis and everyday costs are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or optional. In restaurants, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
FAQs: Glasgow to Rotherham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Rotherham by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotherham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Glasgow to Rotherham can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Glasgow to Rotherham is £26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Glasgow to Rotherham is 5h 25m to travel the 329 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Glasgow to Rotherham leaves at 1:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Glasgow to Rotherham leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Glasgow to Rotherham with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Glasgow to Rotherham, you can count on FlixBus, National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to Rotherham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Glasgow and Rotherham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange, located 4 away from the city centre.
A trip to Rotherham from Glasgow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Glasgow to Rotherham is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Glasgow and Rotherham including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Glasgow to Rotherham:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Glasgow to Rotherham for coach company FlixBus, National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Glasgow to Rotherham depends on the coach companies:
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Glasgow to Rotherham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Glasgow to Rotherham:
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Glasgow to Rotherham:
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Glasgow to Rotherham. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Glasgow to Rotherham with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Glasgow to Rotherham with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Glasgow to Rotherham with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Rotherham
Most Glasgow to Rotherham buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Rotherham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Glasgow
Arrival bus stations in Rotherham
Which Glasgow station do buses to Rotherham leave from?
Buses from Glasgow to Rotherham leave from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. The station is from Glasgow city centre at Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United Kingdom.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StationKillermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station from Glasgow city centre
Bus15 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
4 · 4m · £2 · every ~6 min
9, 9A, X8 · 6m · £2 · every ~26 min
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Which Rotherham station do buses from Glasgow arrive at?
Buses from Glasgow to Rotherham arrive at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange. Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange is 4 km from Rotherham city centre.
Sheffield, Meadowhall InterchangeMeadowhall Interchange, Sheffield, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange from Rotherham city centre
Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange is 4 km from Rotherham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLeeds - Sheffield, Doncaster - Sheffield, Hull - Sheffield, Goole - Sheffield, York - Sheffield, Adwick - Sheffield, Scunthorpe - Sheffield · 6m · £0.90 · every ~5 min
BusX3 · 13m · every ~10 min
137, 137A · 14m · £4 · every ~3 min
137, 137A · 15m · £4 · every ~3 min
137, 137A · 30m · £4 · every ~3 min
Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange bus station facilities and services
Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange: Fully accessible for disabled passengers.
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