4:434h15Luton8:58Rotherham£521One-way0 changes
4:434h15Luton8:58Rotherham£521One-way0 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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4h 10m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:43 Luton | 4h15 | 8:58 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Rotherham
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.
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 |
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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.

popular train stations
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.
Which Luton station do trains to Rotherham leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
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.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Rotherham station do trains from Luton 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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