The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighouse to Rotherham
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighouse to Rotherham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighouse to Rotherham will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 trains that leave Brighouse for Rotherham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 27 m 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighouse to Rotherham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighouse to Rotherham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 41 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£18 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighouse to Rotherham train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighouse to Rotherham trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:15 Brighouse | 2h27 | 06:42 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:16 Brighouse | 2h11 | 06:27 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:32 Brighouse | 2h12 | 07:44 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:32 Brighouse | 1h46 | 08:18 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:23 Brighouse | 1h54 | 09:17 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Brighouse to Rotherham by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighouse to Rotherham
Trains from Brighouse to Rotherham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains from Brighouse to Rotherham trainsNorthern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Brighouse and Rotherham from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Grand Central Trains
FAQs: Brighouse to Rotherham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighouse 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 Brighouse and Rotherham
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Ramped access to both platforms via road bridge. Step free access from the car park to the station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement will pick up/drop off on Railway Street opposite the Station entrance
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 18:45 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday 08:45 - 16:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Bridge Street, a minute's walk from the station entrance.
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