Rotherham to Wakefield by train

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Overview: trains from Rotherham to Wakefield

Find the key information for travelling by train from Rotherham to Wakefield, 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 05:28 View journey
Last train 22:37 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 39m View journey
Distance (km) 29
Trains / day 22 View all
Cheapest journey £11.17 View journey
Avg journey time 45m
Train operators 2

Going from Rotherham to Wakefield by train

About to set off from Rotherham to Wakefield by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Rotherham and Wakefield

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically £11.17, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Departure frequency and timetable from Rotherham to Wakefield

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Rotherham to Wakefield:

  • 05:28 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:28 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:40 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:37 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 49 minutes from Rotherham toward Wakefield.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 22 trains serving this route each day.

How long is the train journey from Rotherham to Wakefield?

This journey covers a total of 29 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 39 minutes.

When do tickets between Rotherham and Wakefield go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Rotherham and Wakefield 2 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Further insights on trains from Rotherham to Wakefield

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Wakefield city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Rotherham to Wakefield

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

The total distance between Rotherham and Wakefield by train is 29 kilometres.

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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.