4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Rotherham
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Rotherham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Rotherham will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Birmingham to Rotherham you need to make at least one change.
G00701+
P2451912:251h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:19Rotherham Central (RMC)£361One-way1 change- G01073+P2884514:031h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:44Rotherham Central (RMC)£361One-way1 change
- G00706+P2452413:281h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:18Rotherham Central (RMC)£361One-way1 change
- G00710+P2452914:281h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:18Rotherham Central (RMC)£421One-way1 change
- G01075+P2453415:032h15Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:18Rotherham Central (RMC)£621One-way1 change
- G01073+P2884514:031h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:44Rotherham Central (RMC)£361One-way1 change
- G00710+P2452914:281h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:18Rotherham Central (RMC)£421One-way1 change
- G00706+P2452413:281h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:18Rotherham Central (RMC)£361One-way1 change
- G00701+P2451912:251h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:19Rotherham Central (RMC)£361One-way1 change
- G66506+
W70987+P2453415:092h09Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:18Rotherham Central (RMC)£621One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Rotherham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham 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 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 112 km
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2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Rotherham train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Rotherham trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00701+P24519 | 12:25 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h54 | 14:19 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1 change | |
| G00706+P24524 | 13:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h50 | 15:18 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1 change | |
| G01073+P28845 | 14:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h41 | 15:44 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1 change | |
| G00710+P24529 | 14:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h50 | 16:18 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1 change | |
| G01075+P24534 | 15:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h15 | 17:18 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1 change | |
| G66506+W70987+P24534 | 15:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h09 | 17:18 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Rotherham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Rotherham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 22:03 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Rotherham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Rotherham from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Rotherham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Rotherham by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotherham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Rotherham
Most Birmingham to Rotherham trains use the Birmingham New Street to Rotherham Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Rotherham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Acocks Green from Birmingham city centre
Acocks Green is 6 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Acocks Green train station facilities and services
Acocks Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Acocks Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Acocks Green. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Acocks Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Acocks Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Acocks Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Rotherham station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Rotherham Central from Rotherham city centre
Rotherham Central train station facilities and services
Rotherham Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rotherham Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rotherham Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotherham Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotherham Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotherham Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotherham Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Lift access to both platforms. Lifts are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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