4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotherham to Leeds
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotherham to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotherham to Leeds will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 4 trains that leave Rotherham for Leeds on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rotherham to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotherham to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 43 km
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1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rotherham to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotherham to Leeds trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G92453 | On time 8:29 AM Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1h05 | 9:34 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G92760 · Y26165 | On time 8:58 AM Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1h16 | 10:14 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G92458 | On time 9:28 AM Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1h06 | 10:34 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y25363 · G91051 | On time 10:06 AM Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1h08 | 11:14 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G92466 | On time 10:29 AM Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1h05 | 11:34 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G92777 · Y25440 | On time 10:58 AM Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1h16 | 12:14 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G92470 | On time 11:29 AM Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1h05 | 12:34 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G92790 · G91062 | On time 11:57 AM Rotherham Central (RMC) | 1h17 | 1:14 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotherham to Leeds
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Trains from Rotherham to Leeds run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 58m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Rotherham to Leeds trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Rotherham and Leeds from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Rotherham to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotherham to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Rotherham Central, which is located around 0.4 miles (625 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leeds, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rotherham to Leeds
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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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Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- 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: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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