The average train between Exeter and Rotherham takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 every 2 hours between Exeter and Rotherham. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Rotherham at 11:16 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Rotherham. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Rotherham station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Exeter to Rotherham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Rotherham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Exeter to Rotherham train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Rotherham is 335.5 km. The road distance is 396 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Sheffield every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 3h 51m.