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Workington to Rotherham Central by train

First train

04:49

Last train

21:27

Departure station

Workington

Arrival station

Rotherham Central

Journey time

From 4h 33m

Distance

122 miles (197 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway

How to travel from Workington to Rotherham Central by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Workington to Rotherham Central? Look no further.

You'll usually find 7 trains per day running between Workington and Rotherham Central, which usually take 5 hours 55 minutes to complete the 122 miles (197 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Rotherham Central by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Workington to Rotherham Central if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Rotherham Central? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Workington to Rotherham Central take?

The average journey time by train between Workington and Rotherham Central is 5 hours and 55 minutes, with around 7 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Workington and Rotherham Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Workington to Rotherham Central is 4 hours and 33 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Workington to Rotherham Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Workington to Rotherham Central. Travelling from Workington to Rotherham Central by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Workington to Rotherham Central leave?

The first train from Workington to Rotherham Central leaves at 04:49. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Workington to Rotherham Central leave?

The last train from Workington to Rotherham Central leaves at 21:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Workington and Rotherham Central by train?

Trains travelling from Workington to Rotherham Central cover a distance of around 122 miles (197 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Workington to Rotherham Central

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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