The average train between Leicester and Rotherham takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 8m. There is an hourly train service from Leicester 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 Leicester and Rotherham. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Rotherham at 5:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 18m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Sheffield station via Sheffield station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.
Leicester to Rotherham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Rotherham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.
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The distance between Leicester and Rotherham is 89.3 km. The road distance is 104 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £29–45 and the journey takes 1h 6m.