The average train between Dumfries and Rotherham takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Rotherham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Dumfries and Rotherham. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 7:02 PM which arrives into Rotherham at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Rotherham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Rotherham station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.
Dumfries to Rotherham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Rotherham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Dumfries to Rotherham train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Rotherham is 233.8 km. The road distance is 324 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Rotherham Central via Carlisle, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 5h.