Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Rotherham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rotherham

With a population of 117.618, Rotherham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Rotherham to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Rotherham

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bothy at Wentworth Garden Centre (Hague Ln, Wentworth) and Rancheros Rotherham (156 Wickerley Road) are great picks.

When to visit Rotherham

Rotherham in November
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rotherham in November
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Rotherham

Plane

When flying to Rotherham, you’ll arrive at Doncaster Sheffield (DSA), which is located 24 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Rotherham departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Rotherham, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Rotherham to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 4 km from the city centre, Rotherham Meadowhall, Wyork is the busiest station in Rotherham. Another popular train station is Rotherham Thurnscoe, located 13 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Rotherham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 231 km from Rotherham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rotherham, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Rotherham takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Plane

When flying to Rotherham, you’ll arrive at Doncaster Sheffield (DSA), which is located 24 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Rotherham departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Rotherham, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Rotherham to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 4 km from the city centre, Rotherham Meadowhall, Wyork is the busiest station in Rotherham. Another popular train station is Rotherham Thurnscoe, located 13 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Rotherham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 231 km from Rotherham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rotherham, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Rotherham takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Airports near Rotherham

BHXBirmingham
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Rotherham

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rotherham

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include ibis Rotherham East - (M18 - M1) and Primelodge Rotherham.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rotherham

Most booked hotels in Rotherham

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Leonardo Hotel Sheffield
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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Holiday Inn Rotherham-Sheffield M1,jct.33
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£66+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Sheffield M1
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£36+
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Hellaby Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£78+
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The Welcome Inn Rotherham/Sheffield
2 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£44+
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ibis Rotherham East - (M18 - M1)
2 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
£38+
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Hiring a car in Rotherham

Hiring a car in Rotherham costs £33 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Rotherham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Rotherham is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Rotherham costs £33 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Rotherham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Rotherham is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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