The average train between Cheltenham and Rotherham takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham 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.
Trains run hourly between Cheltenham and Rotherham. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Rotherham at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham 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.
No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Rotherham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Cheltenham to Rotherham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Rotherham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Cheltenham to Rotherham train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cheltenham and Rotherham is 177 km. The road distance is 203 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Rotherham Central via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 2h 34m.