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Trip Summary
There are 9 daily trains from Wakefield to Rotherham. Traveling by train from Wakefield to Rotherham usually takes around 38 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in 36 minutes.
| Distance | 18 mi (29 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 36m |
| Lowest price | €10.93 |
| Trains per day | 9 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Wakefield to Rotherham?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Wakefield to Rotherham. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 9 | 0h 38m | €10.93 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Wakefield to Rotherham. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Wakefield at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. 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 9 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Wakefield to Rotherham.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rotherham to Wakefield.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wakefield?
Main departure station: Sandal & Agbrigg
There is one train station in Wakefield.
All train stations in Wakefield:
Sandal & Agbrigg
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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