What is the best way to travel from London to Rotherham?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains 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!
What is the cheapest way to reach Rotherham from London?
You can reach Rotherham with just £47 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.
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East Midlands Railway3h 47m009:30LondonSt Pancras Train Station13:17RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from St Pancras Train Station, London (United Kingdom) at 20/09/2026 09:30:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/09/2026 13:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 47m
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)3h 34m004:52LondonBellingham Station08:26RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Bellingham Station, London (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 04:52:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 08:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 34m
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)3h 34m005:22LondonBellingham Station08:56RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Bellingham Station, London (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 05:22:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 08:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 34m
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)3h 36m004:52LondonBellingham Station08:28RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Bellingham Station, London (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 04:52:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 08:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 36m
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Southeastern3h 41m005:47LondonCatford Station09:28RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from Catford Station, London (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 05:47:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 09:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 41m
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Southeastern3h 25m006:03LondonCatford Station09:28RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from Catford Station, London (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 06:03:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 09:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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What are the fastest trips from London to Rotherham?
You can get to Rotherham from London in just 3h 25m with a Train from Southeastern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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East Midlands Railway3h 47m009:30LondonSt Pancras Train Station13:17RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from St Pancras Train Station, London (United Kingdom) at 20/09/2026 09:30:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/09/2026 13:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 47m
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Southeastern3h 25m006:03LondonCatford Station09:28RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from Catford Station, London (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 06:03:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 09:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)3h 34m004:52LondonBellingham Station08:26RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Bellingham Station, London (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 04:52:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 08:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 34m
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)3h 34m005:22LondonBellingham Station08:56RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Bellingham Station, London (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 05:22:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 08:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 34m
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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)3h 36m004:52LondonBellingham Station08:28RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) goes from Bellingham Station, London (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 04:52:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 08:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 36m
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Southeastern3h 41m005:47LondonCatford Station09:28RotherhamCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from Catford Station, London (United Kingdom) at 23/09/2026 05:47:00 to Central Station, Rotherham (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/09/2026 09:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 41m
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Bus from London to Rotherham
What are the most popular stations in London and Rotherham?
In London, you will usually depart from Southwark Bridge Road Coach Stop, Victoria Coach Station or St Pancras Train Station, while in Rotherham you will be arriving at Wickersley, Central Bus Station or Bus Stop, 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 3 connections between 3 Train 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 £47 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 Southeastern: you will get to Rotherham in just 3h 25m.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 GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), Southeastern and East Midlands Railway, 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 GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), Southeastern and East Midlands Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), Southeastern and East Midlands Railway
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 3 connections between Train, 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 £47 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 3h 25m with a Train from Southeastern.
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!
