The average train between Rotherham and Ludlow takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham to Ludlow. 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 Rotherham and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rotherham to Ludlow? 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 Rotherham to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Ludlow station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Rotherham to Ludlow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Rotherham to Ludlow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Rotherham to Ludlow train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, East Midlands Railways and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rotherham and Ludlow is 149.3 km. The road distance is 204 km.
You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Ludlow via Sheffield and Stockport in around 3h 35m.