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Watford to Rotherham trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Watford and Rotherham takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford to Rotherham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 2m
Duration
176 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Watford to Rotherham train times

Trains run hourly between Watford and Rotherham. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Rotherham at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 47m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 7m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford to Rotherham? 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 Watford to Rotherham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 176.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Rotherham Central via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 3h 10m.

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