The cheapest and fastest coaches from Middlesbrough to Rotherham
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Middlesbrough to Rotherham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Rotherham will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 10 buses that leave Middlesbrough for Rotherham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX172 · NX131
NX426 · NX131
NX426 · NX131
NX133
NX426 · NX131
NX426 · NX131
NX426 · NX131
NX426 · NX131Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Middlesbrough to Rotherham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Rotherham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 128 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Middlesbrough to Rotherham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Rotherham coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 11 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX172 · NX131 | 00:25 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 6h20 | 06:45 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
NX133 | 07:15 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 2h15 | 09:30 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX426 · NX131 | Delayed 13:25 07:55Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 2h35 | 10:30 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:35 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 3h35 | 12:10 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
NX426 · NX131 | Delayed 13:25 09:30Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 2h55 | 12:25 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
NX133 · NX131 | On time 11:00 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 3h25 | 14:25 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
NX426 · NX131 | On time 13:25 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 2h35 | 16:00 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 3h50 | 18:05 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
NX426 · NX131 | On time 16:15 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 3h00 | 19:15 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
NX172 · NX466 | 18:50 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 5h45 | 00:35 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Middlesbrough to Rotherham
Buses from Middlesbrough to Rotherham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 128 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 128 km |
Average bus duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Middlesbrough to RotherhamYou can travel by bus between Middlesbrough to Rotherham with National Express, Megabus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Middlesbrough to Rotherham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough 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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