The average train between Newport and Rotherham takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Newport 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 Newport and Rotherham. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newport is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Rotherham at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Newport 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 Newport to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Newport station and arriving at Rotherham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Newport to Rotherham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newport (S Wales) station.
Newport to Rotherham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Newport to Rotherham train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Newport and Rotherham is 233 km. The road distance is 285 km.
You can take a train from Newport (S Wales) to Rotherham Central via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 3h 40m.