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Leicester to Rotherham Central train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Leicester to Rotherham Central, starting from £13.10 and averaging £36.20. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 12m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
- Sat, Apr 26From £34.60
- Sun, Apr 27From £34.60
- Mon, Apr 28From £34.60
- Tue, Apr 29From £34.60
- Wed, Apr 30From £34.60
- Thu, May 1From £13.10
- Fri, May 2From £34.60
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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01:53 Leicester | 06:39 Rotherham Central | 4h 46m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:50 Leicester | 07:27 Rotherham Central | 1h 37m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:39 Leicester | 08:19 Rotherham Central | 1h 40m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:07 Leicester | 08:28 Rotherham Central | 1h 21m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:34 Leicester | 09:19 Rotherham Central | 1h 45m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:07 Leicester | 09:28 Paris | 1h 21m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Leicester to Rotherham Central train route details

First train
01:53

Last train
22:36

Journey time
1h 12m

Distance
57 miles

Price
£13.10*
How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to Rotherham Central

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Leicester to Rotherham Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Leicester to Rotherham Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Leicester to Rotherham Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Leicester to Rotherham Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Leicester to Rotherham Central train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Leicester to Rotherham Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.