The average train between Croydon and Rotherham takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Croydon 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 Croydon and Rotherham. The earliest departure is at 4:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Croydon is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Rotherham at 6:28 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International 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 Croydon 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 Croydon to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Croydon station and arriving at Rotherham station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Croydon to Rotherham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from King's Cross station.
Croydon to Rotherham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Croydon to Rotherham train tickets online with Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Croydon and Rotherham is 243 km. The road distance is 292 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Doncaster every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Two other operators also service this route.