4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Rotherham
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Rotherham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Rotherham will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 6 trains that leave Sheffield for Rotherham every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 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.
17:150h13Sheffield17:28Rotherham£21One-way0 changes- 19:150h13Sheffield19:28Rotherham£21One-way0 changes
- 18:150h13Sheffield18:28Rotherham£41One-way0 changes
- 7:060h12Sheffield7:18Rotherham£41One-way0 changes
- 20:150h13Sheffield20:28Rotherham£41One-way0 changes
- 23:270h11Sheffield23:38Rotherham£41One-way0 changes
- 7:060h12Sheffield7:18Rotherham£41One-way0 changes
- 18:150h13Sheffield18:28Rotherham£41One-way0 changes
- 20:150h13Sheffield20:28Rotherham£41One-way0 changes
- 17:150h13Sheffield17:28Rotherham£21One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Rotherham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Rotherham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 9 km
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43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Rotherham train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Rotherham trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:06 Sheffield | 0h12 | 7:18 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:15 Sheffield | 0h13 | 17:28 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:15 Sheffield | 0h13 | 18:28 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:15 Sheffield | 0h13 | 19:28 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:15 Sheffield | 0h13 | 20:28 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Rotherham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Rotherham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 11m.
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield to Rotherham trainsNorthern Rail, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield and Rotherham from £1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Rotherham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Rotherham
Most Sheffield to Rotherham trains use the Sheffield to Rotherham Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Rotherham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Rotherham leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. 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 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodhouse train station facilities and services
Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Rotherham station do trains from Sheffield 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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