Rotherham to Lincoln by train

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Overview: trains from Rotherham to Lincoln

Find the key information for travelling by train from Rotherham to Lincoln, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:02 View journey
Last train 23:01 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 28m View journey
Distance (km) 59
Trains / day 30 View all
Cheapest journey £21.92 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr
Train operators 6

Taking the train from Rotherham to Lincoln

Ready to book a trip from Rotherham to Lincoln by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Cost of a train ticket between Rotherham and Lincoln

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £21.92. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 3 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Rotherham to Lincoln train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Rotherham to Lincoln is at 06:51 and the last is at 19:42. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 00:02 and the last one is at 23:01. You can expect 30 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 24 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Rotherham to Lincoln

Trains can complete this route in as little as 1 hour and 28 minutes. The total distance travelled is 59 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Rotherham and Lincoln?

You can secure tickets for travel between Rotherham and Lincoln up to 3 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your Rotherham to Lincoln travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Lincoln.

FAQs about the train journey from Rotherham to Lincoln

Want to know more about your journey from Rotherham to Lincoln? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Rotherham to Lincoln covers 59 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.