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Get from Doncaster to Rotherham
The journey takes about 21 minutes, and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Doncaster to Rotherham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Doncaster to Rotherham?
The cheapest train tickets from Doncaster to Rotherham start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £5. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Doncaster to Rotherham?
The average train journey time from Doncaster to Rotherham is 21m, covering a distance of 14 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 17m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Doncaster to Rotherham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Doncaster to Rotherham?
The earliest train from Doncaster to Rotherham departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 23:59.
Which is the best train operator from Doncaster to Rotherham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Doncaster to Rotherham?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Doncaster to Rotherham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Doncaster to Rotherham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Doncaster to Rotherham was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of £3To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Doncaster to Rotherham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £3 to £11 for a train ticket from Doncaster to Rotherham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2026-01-14.
Usually Transpennine Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
