The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Rotherham
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Rotherham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Rotherham will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 2 trains that leave Doncaster for Rotherham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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 Doncaster to Rotherham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Rotherham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 18 km
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Rotherham
Trains from Doncaster to Rotherham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 22m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Doncaster to Rotherham trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Doncaster and Rotherham from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Doncaster to Rotherham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Doncaster and Rotherham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Phones are low level but not text
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: .
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are adjacent to Platforms 3 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 3 opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30 Platform 4 North Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 01:30 Platform 4 South Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow car park.
- 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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