Sheffield to Rotherham train with Northern Rail (3)

Wed, Nov 05
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Northern Rail (3)
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Deutsche Bahn
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Northern Rail (3)
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Rotherham

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€3

Average price

€3

Fastest journey

12 m

Average duration

13 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

9 km

Cheap tickets

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 traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sheffield to Rotherham will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Sheffield for Rotherham on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 15 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.

Northern Rail (3)
06:15PM0h15
Sheffield
06:30PMRotherham
€31One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
04:48AM0h12
Sheffield
05:00AMRotherham
€31One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
06:01AM0h12
Sheffield
06:13AMRotherham
€31One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
01:15PM0h13
Sheffield
01:28PMRotherham
€31One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
07:05PM0h13
Sheffield
07:18PMRotherham
€31One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

Sheffield to Rotherham train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:57 PM
Last updated at 10:57 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail4:48 AM Sheffield
0h12
5:00 AM Rotherham0 transfersDirect
northern_rail6:01 AM Sheffield
0h12
6:13 AM Rotherham0 transfersDirect
northern_rail1:15 PM Sheffield
0h13
1:28 PM Rotherham0 transfersDirect
northern_rail6:15 PM Sheffield
0h15
6:30 PM Rotherham0 transfersDirect
northern_rail7:05 PM Sheffield
0h13
7:18 PM Rotherham0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Sheffield to Rotherham

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Trains from Sheffield to Rotherham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
9 km
Average train duration
12m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
12m
First train
00:12
Last train
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Cross Country from Sheffield to Rotherham trainsNorthern Rail (3), Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Rotherham from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
€2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
26m
Cheapest Price
€30
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Rotherham

FAQs: Travel by train from Sheffield to Rotherham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Sheffield to Rotherham.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Rotherham can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Sheffield to Rotherham is €2; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Sheffield to Rotherham train travel time is 11 min   for the 8 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Sheffield to Rotherham leaves at 05: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Sheffield to Rotherham leaves at 23: 30.
Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day from Sheffield to Rotherham with Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the best Sheffield to Rotherham train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Sheffield and Rotherham to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 30.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Sheffield, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Rotherham Central, located 0.4 miles (625 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Rotherham from Sheffield is worth doing with a journey time of 11 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Sheffield to Rotherham is April.
You have options as you can travel from Sheffield to Rotherham 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Sheffield to Rotherham

Sheffield
Rotherham
The major train station for departures in Sheffield is Meadowhall. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Meadowhall for your trip from Sheffield to Rotherham.
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ParkingParking
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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information
address
Address
Meadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Meadowhall
  • Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
  • Metro: Tram stop at station
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Amenities at train station
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
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Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Sheffield
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
address
Address
Woodhouse station, Station Road, Woodhouse, South Yorkshire, S13 7RF
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Woodhouse
  • 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 in the bus bays on the railway bridge.
MeadowhallShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
address
Address
Meadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Meadowhall
  • Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
  • Metro: Tram stop at station

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