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  • London North Eastern Railway
    4:434h15
    Luton
    8:58Rotherham
    £521One-way
    0 changes

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Compare coach and train for Luton to Rotherham

The cheapest option from Luton to Rotherham is coach, with an average price of £51. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Luton to Rotherham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 184 km

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Luton to Rotherham train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Rotherham trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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London North Eastern Railway4:43 Luton
4h15
8:58 Rotherham0 changesdirect

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Overview: Train from Luton to Rotherham

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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Luton to Rotherham, including direct trains, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 3h 4m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £51
Distance
184 km
Average train duration
3h 40m
Lowest ticket price
£52
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
3h 4m
First train
6:00
Last train
21:58
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £51

Train companies: east_midlands_trains from Luton to Rotherham trainseast_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Rotherham from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Average Duration
2h 36m
Cheapest Price
£63
east_midlands_trains frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Luton to Rotherham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Luton to Rotherham is 184 km.
The first train from Luton to Rotherham leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Luton to Rotherham departs at 21:58.
Trains from Luton to Rotherham run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Luton to Rotherham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Rotherham.
To get from Luton to Rotherham, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Luton to Rotherham.
The train station in Luton that goes to Rotherham is Luton station (LUT), and it arrives at Rotherham Central (RMC).
Booking trains from Luton to Rotherham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Luton to Rotherham offers a mix of urban and rural views, passing through the scenic countryside of the Midlands and South Yorkshire, with glimpses of rolling hills and picturesque villages.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Rotherham is typically enough to explore its main attractions, including Clifton Park and Museum, Wentworth Woodhouse, and Thrybergh Country Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Rotherham.

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Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Rotherham

Most Luton to Rotherham trains use the Luton to Rotherham Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Rotherham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Luton
Arrival train stations in Rotherham

Which Luton station do trains to Rotherham leave from?

Trains from Luton to Rotherham leave from Luton. The station is from Luton city centre at Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT.
LutonLuton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LTWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton from Luton city centre

Bus17 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min

Luton train station facilities and services

Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Luton.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Luton Airport ParkwayLuton Airport Parkway station, Parkway Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3JWWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre

Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainCorby - London St Pancras International, Sheffield - London St Pancras International, Nottingham - London St Pancras International, Kettering - London St Pancras International, Wellingborough - London St Pancras International, East Midlands Parkway - London St Pancras International · 2m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
BusX4, X1, X2, Z, A, X3 · 5m · £4 · every ~41 min
612, X10 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
44, 45, 366 · 6m · £2 · every ~2 min
101, 100 · 10m · £4 · every ~7 min

Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services

Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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