The average train between Rotherham and Essex takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham to Essex. 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 Rotherham and Essex. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Essex at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Rotherham to Essex? 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 Rotherham to Essex. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Essex station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Rotherham to Essex train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Doncaster station.
Rotherham to Essex train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Rotherham to Essex train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rotherham and Essex is 220.6 km. The road distance is 340 km.
You can take a train from Rotherham Central to White Notley via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 9m.