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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotherham to Luton
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotherham to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotherham to Luton will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rotherham for Luton 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 184 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 54 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 Rotherham to Luton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rotherham to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 184 km
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£55 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rotherham to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotherham to Luton trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Y05205+ Y23271+Y07613 | On time 08:19 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 3h21 | 11:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| Y05198+Y23275+Y07620 | On time 09:19 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 3h21 | 12:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| Y05171+Y23279+Y07626 | On time 10:19 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 3h21 | 13:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| Y05172+Y23283+Y07631 | On time 11:19 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 3h21 | 14:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| Y05139+Y23289+Y07639 | On time 12:19 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 3h21 | 15:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| Y05134+Y23295+Y07643 | On time 13:19 Rotherham Central (RMC) | 3h21 | 16:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotherham to Luton
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Trains from Rotherham to Luton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 184 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 02:40 |
Last train 20:40 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Rotherham to Luton trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Rotherham and Luton from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rotherham to Luton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotherham to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rotherham and Luton
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- 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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Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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