Getting to Rotherham
Getting to Rotherham by Road
Rotherham can be accessed from the M1 at Junctions 33, 34 & 35, or the M18 at Junction 1. For the latest traffic news & information visit BBC South Yorkshire.
Parking
There are over 20 competitively priced car parks in a range of locations around Rotherham Town Centre, with a total of over 2,275 spaces available within a short walk of the main shopping and leisure areas.
Click here for an on-line map of all town centre car parks, details of pricing & directions.
RingGo
Using your mobile phone service to pay for your parking with a credit or debit card, see for details
Getting to Rotherham - Public Transport
By Bus
Rotherham Interchange is at the heart of the Rotherham Town Centre. Over 40 services from around the borough and beyond stop in the town centre. For details of bus services, routes and timetables visit Traveline.
By Rail
Rotherham Central station is linked to Sheffield (15 mins) and Doncaster (20 mins). Under Rotherham Renaissance there are plans for a £2.5m redevelopment of the station. For details of facilities, services and timetables at Rotherham Central station visit National Rail Enquiries.
By Air
There are several airports located near Rotherham. Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield (20 mins), East Midlands Airport (45 mins), Leeds Bradford International Airport (50 mins) and Manchester International Airport (90 mins).
On Foot
Rotherham has 250 miles of public rights of way which pass through picturesque countryside and villages. There are a number of published trails through countryside and woodland and trails highlighting the history and heritage of Rotherham Town Centre. For more information visit the Rotherham Council website.
Cycling
Some 14 miles of National Cycle Network have been introduced in the Rotherham area. In addition 28 miles of Trans Pennine Trail are now available. The route along the towpath of the South Yorkshire Navigation Canal also offers an 8 mile traffic-free route between Rotherham and Sheffield. For more information visit the Rotherham Council website.
