Nottingham to Rotherham train with East Midlands Railway

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Compare coach and train for Nottingham to Rotherham

The cheapest option from Nottingham to Rotherham is coach, with an average price of £5. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Rotherham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 55 km

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1h 39m

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1h 9m

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Average total duration

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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Rotherham by coach or train

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Why should you book Nottingham to Rotherham trains with Omio?

East Midlands Railway as well as Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Nottingham to Rotherham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to Rotherham.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Rotherham.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nottingham to Rotherham.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Trip?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Rotherham.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Rotherham.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Rotherham

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Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Nottingham to Rotherham, including direct trains, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 33m.

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 £4
Distance
55 km
Average train duration
1h 9m
Lowest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 33m
First train
5:21
Last train
23:11
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
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 £4

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Nottingham to Rotherham trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Nottingham and Rotherham from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
£8
East Midlands Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Price
£13
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
£21
east_midlands_trains frequency
21 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£13
Northern Trains Limited frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Nottingham to Rotherham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Rotherham is 55 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Rotherham leaves at 5:21.
The last train from Nottingham to Rotherham departs at 23:11.
Trains from Nottingham to Rotherham run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to Rotherham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Rotherham.
To get from Nottingham to Rotherham, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Rotherham.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Rotherham is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Rotherham Central (RMC).
Booking trains from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Rotherham offers a mix of urban landscapes and glimpses of the rolling countryside, providing some scenic views, particularly as the route passes through areas of the East Midlands and South Yorkshire.
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 Nottingham to Rotherham.

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Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Rotherham

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

Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in Rotherham

Which Nottingham station do trains to Rotherham leave from?

Trains from Nottingham to Rotherham leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min

Nottingham train station facilities and services

Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Nottingham.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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.

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