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Get from Doncaster to Rotherham
The journey takes about 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Doncaster to Rotherham by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Doncaster to Rotherham?
The cheapest train tickets from Doncaster to Rotherham start from $5. The average price for this train route is around $7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Doncaster to Rotherham?
The average train ride duration from Doncaster to Rotherham is 19m, covering a distance of 14 miles (22 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Doncaster to Rotherham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Doncaster to Rotherham?
The earliest train departs from Doncaster to Rotherham at 7:20am. And the latest train departs at 11:35pm.
What is the best train operator from Doncaster to Rotherham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Doncaster to Rotherham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Doncaster to Rotherham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Doncaster to Rotherham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Doncaster to Rotherham was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $4To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Doncaster to Rotherham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $4 to $14 for a train ticket from Doncaster to Rotherham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2025-12-13.
