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Rotherham to Manchester Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Rotherham and Manchester. The average train journey from Rotherham to Manchester takes one hour and 31 minutes, but some TransPennine Express train trips are as short as one hour and 19 minutes.
| Distance | 36 mi (58 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 19m |
| Lowest price | $33.18 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rotherham to Manchester?
2 train services operate from Rotherham to Manchester. Northern Rail usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 2 | 1h 37m | $33.18 |
| TransPennine Express | 1 | 1h 19m | $33.18 |
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.
TransPennine Express train tickets from Rotherham to Manchester start from $33, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express schedules to Manchester. TransPennine Express in Rotherham leaves from Rotherham Central . And in Manchester trains arrive at Manchester Piccadilly Station .
From Rotherham to Manchester train travel on TransPennine Express takes 1 hours and 19 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Rotherham to Manchester
Trains departing from Rotherham to Manchester tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Rotherham at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. 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 3 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Rotherham to Manchester. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Manchester to Rotherham.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rotherham?
Main departure station: Rotherham Central
There is one train station in Rotherham.
All train stations in Rotherham:
Rotherham Central
Where is the train station in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Manchester Piccadilly Station
Manchester has one train station.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Piccadilly Station
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