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Trip Overview

The average train between Rotherham and Birmingham takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 42m
Duration
81 mi
Distance
£42
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Rotherham to Birmingham train times

Trains run hourly between Rotherham and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 11:28 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 30m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country1h 40m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country1h 40m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country1h 40m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 46m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 4m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country1h 40m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country1h 40m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 31m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rotherham to Birmingham? 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.

Map of how to get from Rotherham to Birmingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 81.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Rotherham, England and Birmingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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