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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Rotherham
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Rotherham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Rotherham will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sunderland for Rotherham 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 164 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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 coach and train for Sunderland to Rotherham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Rotherham 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 coach which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 164 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£47 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Rotherham train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Rotherham trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 06:13 Sunderland | 4h27 | 10:40 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:06 Sunderland | 3h52 | 10:58 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
| 04:50 Sunderland | 4h08 | 08:58 Rotherham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Rotherham
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Trains from Sunderland to Rotherham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 20:19 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland to Rotherham trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sunderland and Rotherham 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: Sunderland to Rotherham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland and Rotherham
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Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards.
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
WifiParkingDiningAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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