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What is the best way to travel from London to Rotherham?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Rotherham from London. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
2h 26m
£44
£83
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What is the cheapest way to reach Rotherham from London?

You can reach Rotherham with just £44 by taking a Train from East Midlands Railway, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £44
Thursday
from £54
Friday

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 52m
    0
    05:27
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    08:19
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £44
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 26m
    0
    07:02
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    09:28
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £44
  • TfL Rail
    3h 14m
    0
    05:40
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:54
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £51
  • TfL Rail
    3h 18m
    0
    06:40
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:58
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £51
  • London Overground
    3h 2m
    0
    05:52
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:54
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £148

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 52m
    0
    05:27
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    08:19
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £54
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 29m
    0
    05:59
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    08:28
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £63
  • TfL Rail
    3h 14m
    0
    05:40
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:54
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £73
  • London Overground
    3h 2m
    0
    05:52
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:54
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £152
  • London Overground
    4h 0m
    0
    05:58
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:58
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £152

What are the fastest trips from London to Rotherham?

You can get to Rotherham from London in just 2h 26m with a Train from East Midlands Railway. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 2h 26m
Thursday
from 2h 29m
Friday

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 26m
    0
    07:02
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    09:28
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £44
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 52m
    0
    05:27
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    08:19
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £44
  • London Overground
    3h 2m
    0
    05:52
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:54
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £148
  • TfL Rail
    3h 14m
    0
    05:40
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:54
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £51
  • TfL Rail
    3h 18m
    0
    06:40
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:58
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £51

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 29m
    0
    05:59
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    08:28
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £63
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 52m
    0
    05:27
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    08:19
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £54
  • London Overground
    3h 2m
    0
    05:52
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:54
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £152
  • TfL Rail
    3h 14m
    0
    05:40
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:54
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £73
  • London Overground
    4h 0m
    0
    05:58
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:58
    Rotherham
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £152
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from London to Rotherham

What are the most popular stations in London and Rotherham?

In London, you will usually depart from Euston Station, King's Cross St Pancras or Victoria Coach Station, while in Rotherham you will be arriving at Central Station, Bus Stop or Central Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Rotherham from London? With 5 connections between 3 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between London and Rotherham, you can pay as low as £44 with a Train from East Midlands Railway.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from East Midlands Railway: you will get to Rotherham in just 2h 26m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting London and Rotherham are East Midlands Railway, TfL Rail and London Overground, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in London and Rotherham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Belsize Park or to Treeton, and look at flights from Rochester Airport, and landing at Doncaster Sheffield Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from London to Rotherham?

The most popular companies between London and Rotherham, are East Midlands Railway, TfL Rail and London Overground. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, TfL Rail and London Overground

All you need to know when you travel from London to Rotherham

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from London to Rotherham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from London to Rotherham

How can I reach Rotherham from London?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Rotherham from London.

How far is Rotherham from London?

The distance between London and Rotherham is 229.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between London and Rotherham?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 39 kgs, and a flight 57 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from London to Rotherham?

You can get to Rotherham with just £44 by taking a Train from East Midlands Railway.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Rotherham?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Rotherham in just 2h 26m with a Train from East Midlands Railway.

More routes to London and to Rotherham

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to London and to Rotherham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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