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The average train between Rotherham and Bournemouth takes 6h and the fastest train takes 5h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Rotherham to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h
Duration
255 mi
Distance
£132
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Rotherham to Bournemouth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Rotherham and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 9:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 18m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country6h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country6h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 6m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rotherham to Bournemouth? 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.

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  • Distance: 254.6 mi
  • Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Bournemouth via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 45m.

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