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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Cambridge to Rotherham. The train trip from Cambridge to Rotherham is usually about 3 hours and 2 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest CrossCountry + Connections train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 56 minutes.
| Distance | 105 mi (169 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 56m |
| Lowest price | €24.52 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Cambridge to Rotherham
- CrossCountry + Connections tickets: €45 one-way
- Greater Anglia + Connections tickets: €47 one-way
- Thameslink + Connections tickets: €25 one-way
Which train should you take from Cambridge to Rotherham?
There are 3 train lines with service from Cambridge to Rotherham. CrossCountry + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 5 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 5 | 2h 57m | €50.13 |
| Greater Anglia + Connections | 2 | 3h 19m | €47.09 |
| Thameslink + Connections | 1 | 3h 0m | €24.52 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Cambridge to Rotherham start from €45, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Rotherham. CrossCountry + Connections in Cambridge leaves from Station Road . And in Rotherham trains arrive at Rotherham Central .
From Cambridge to Rotherham train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 2 hours and 57 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rotherham faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 56 minutes.
Greater Anglia + Connections train tickets from Cambridge to Rotherham start from €47, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Greater Anglia + Connections schedules to Rotherham. Greater Anglia + Connections in Cambridge leaves from Station Road . And in Rotherham trains arrive at Rotherham Central .
From Cambridge to Rotherham train travel on Greater Anglia + Connections takes 3 hours and 19 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rotherham faster, Greater Anglia + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 56 minutes.
Thameslink + Connections train tickets from Cambridge to Rotherham start from €25, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Thameslink + Connections schedules to Rotherham. Thameslink + Connections in Cambridge leaves from Station Road . And in Rotherham trains arrive at Rotherham Central .
From Cambridge to Rotherham train travel on Thameslink + Connections takes 3 hours and 0 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rotherham faster, Thameslink + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 56 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Cambridge to Rotherham on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Cambridge at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rotherham to Cambridge.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cambridge?
Main departure station: Station Road
There is one train station in Cambridge.
All train stations in Cambridge:
Station Road
Where is the train station in Rotherham?
Main arrival station: Rotherham Central
Rotherham has one train station.
Train stations in Rotherham:
Rotherham Central
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