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Rotherham to Derby trains

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The average train between Rotherham and Derby takes 1h 14m and the fastest train takes 44 min. There is an hourly train service from Rotherham to Derby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 14m
Duration
42 mi
Distance
£22
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to Sheffieldtrain train Leeds - Sheffield / ...
  2. Take the train from Sheffield to Derbytrain train Newcastle - Reading / ...
52 min
£18–28

Rotherham to Derby train times

Trains run hourly between Rotherham and Derby. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Derby at 12:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country54 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 6m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country52 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country53 min • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways5h 17m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country54 min • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country1h 1m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways1h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways5h 17m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country54 min • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country1h 1m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways1h 5m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rotherham to Derby? 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 Rotherham to Derby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 42.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 14m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Derby via Sheffield in around 52 min.

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