Skip to contentTrainline homepage
Business

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Sheffield to Rotherham Central

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Avanti West Coast
London North Eastern Railway

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

Looking for the cheapest date to travel?

Within 7 days

Outbound from

Within 1 month

Outbound from

Within 3 months

Outbound from
Low prices found by our customers
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
89101112Today14 Sep151617181920212223242526272829301 Oct2345
Each fare is the lowest adult economy ticket fare found by our customers on Trainline. Fares booked further in advance than the dates displayed may be cheaper. Prices are updated daily, subject to change and indicative of price last update. Limited availability. Discount cards and coach journeys excluded, prices exclusive of booking fee.
  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Sheffield to Rotherham Central

Trains to Rotherham Central from Sheffield

It takes an average of 14m to travel from Sheffield to Rotherham Central by train, over a distance of around 6 miles (9 km). There are normally 48 trains per day travelling from Sheffield to Rotherham Central and tickets for this journey start from £2.10 when you book in advance.

First train

04:15

Last train

23:27

Departure stationSheffield
Arrival stationRotherham Central
Journey time

From 12m

Distance

6 miles (9 km)

Frequency

48 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Price

From £2.10

Taking the train from Sheffield to Rotherham Central in 12 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Sheffield to Rotherham Central? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 14 minutes to travel the 6 miles (9 km) from Sheffield to Rotherham Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 48 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.

Book train tickets from Sheffield to Rotherham Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £2.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Rotherham Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Sheffield to Rotherham Central?

Want to know more about your journey from Sheffield to Rotherham Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you travel to Rotherham Central from Sheffield?

To get to Rotherham Central from Sheffield, why not take the train? With 48 trains per day and an average journey time of 14 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Sheffield to Rotherham Central by train?

On average, it takes around 14 minutes to travel from Sheffield to Rotherham Central by train, although you can get there in 12 minutes on the fastest services. With 48 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to Rotherham Central?

The price of a train ticket from Sheffield to Rotherham Central can start from as little as £2.10, depending on the time of day, route and class you book. Train tickets may also be cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day.

How fast can trains travel from Sheffield to Rotherham Central?

The fastest time a train can travel the 6 miles (9 km) from Sheffield to Rotherham Central is 12 minutes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Rotherham Central?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Sheffield to Rotherham Central start at £2.10§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

4. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

5. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

6. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Sheffield to Rotherham Central is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link