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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Rotherham
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Rotherham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Rotherham will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 buses that leave Leicester 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 89 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Rotherham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Rotherham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 89 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Rotherham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Rotherham coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:25 Leicester | 1h40 | 17:05 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Rotherham
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Buses from Leicester to Rotherham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 21:50. The fastest coach covers the 89 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 89 km |
Average bus duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 21:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva Midlands, First Leicester from Leicester to RotherhamYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Rotherham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva Midlands, First Leicester for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Rotherham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
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