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Trip Overview

The average train between Rotherham and Reading takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Rotherham to Reading. 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 10m
Duration
174 mi
Distance
£92
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Rotherham to Reading train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Rotherham and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 4:57 PM which arrives into Reading at 8:12 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 59m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 18m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 59m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 59m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 59m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 59m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 4m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 15m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 14m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rotherham to Reading? 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: 173.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 10m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Reading every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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