The average train between Rotherham and Tipton takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham to Tipton. 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 Tipton. 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 Tipton at 12:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Tipton. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Tipton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Rotherham to Tipton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Rotherham to Tipton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Rotherham to Tipton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rotherham and Tipton is 110.9 km. The road distance is 144 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 4m.