The average train between Rotherham and Penistone takes 1h 31m and the fastest train takes 47 min. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham to Penistone. 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 Penistone. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Penistone at 10:18 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Penistone. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Penistone station via Penistone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.
Rotherham to Penistone train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Meadowhall station.
Rotherham to Penistone train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Penistone station.
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The distance between Rotherham and Penistone is 21 km. The road distance is 36 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Meadowhall to Penistone hourly. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 37 min.