Derby to Rotherham by bus
Rotherham lies 57 km (35 mi) north of Derby, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 70 km (43 mi) of road.
| Derby | Rotherham | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 270,468 | 117,618 |
| Elevation | 55 m (180 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | DE1 | S60–S97 |
Where to book buses from Derby to Rotherham
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Staying in Rotherham
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Common questions
How far is Rotherham from Derby?
57 km (35 mi) in a straight line, north of Derby; by road roughly 70 km (43 mi).
How long does it take to get from Derby to Rotherham by bus?
About 1 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Derby and Rotherham?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.