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Manchester to Rotherham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Rotherham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as MYR 31.97, with average prices for this route around MYR 37.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Sun, Sep 7
    From MYR 35.96
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From MYR 31.97
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From MYR 35.96
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    From MYR 35.96
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    From MYR 35.96
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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13:17
Manchester Piccadilly
14:43
Rotherham Central
1h 26m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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13:43
Manchester Piccadilly
15:18
Rotherham Central
1h 35m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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14:17
Manchester Piccadilly
15:45
Rotherham Central
1h 28m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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14:43
Manchester Piccadilly
16:18
Rotherham Central
1h 35m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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15:17
Manchester Piccadilly
16:45
Rotherham Central
1h 28m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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15:43
Manchester Piccadilly
17:18
Paris
1h 35m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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Manchester to Rotherham Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:12
Last train
Last train
23:44
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Rotherham
Journey time
Journey time
1h 23m
Distance
Distance
58 km
Price
Price
MYR 31.97*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Rotherham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Rotherham can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Rotherham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Rotherham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Rotherham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester to Rotherham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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