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Trip Overview

The average train between Rotherham and Southampton takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Rotherham to Southampton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 26m
Duration
226 mi
Distance
£117
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Rotherham to Southampton train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Rotherham and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Southampton at 8:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 36m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 46m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 36m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rotherham to Southampton? 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 Southampton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 226 mi
  • Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Southampton Central via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 10m.

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