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Rotherham Central to Longton by train
| First train | 06:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:12 | |
| Departure station | Rotherham Central | |
| Arrival station | Longton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 59m | |
| Distance | 44 miles (71 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast |
Taking the train from Rotherham Central to Longton in 1 hour 59 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Rotherham Central to Longton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 8 minutes to travel the 44 miles (71 km) from Rotherham Central to Longton by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to Longton. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Rotherham Central to Longton in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Longton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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