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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Rotherham takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading 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.

3h 27m
Duration
174 mi
Distance
£89
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Reading to Rotherham train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Reading and Rotherham. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Rotherham at 10:19 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 4m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 4m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 4m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 4m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 4m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reading 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 Reading to Rotherham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 173.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 27m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Sheffield every 3 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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