The cheapest and fastest trains from Alfreton station (ALF) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alfreton station (ALF) to Sheffield station (SHF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alfreton station (ALF) to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 2 trains that leave Alfreton station (ALF) for Sheffield station (SHF) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Alfreton station (ALF) to Sheffield station (SHF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Alfreton station (ALF) to Sheffield station (SHF) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:44 Alfreton station (ALF) | 0h29 | 09:13 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:46 Alfreton station (ALF) | 0h30 | 13:16 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alfreton station (ALF) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Trains from Alfreton station (ALF) to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 27m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 18:45 |
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FAQs: Alfreton station (ALF) to Sheffield station (SHF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alfreton station (ALF) to Sheffield station (SHF) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sheffield station (SHF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Alfreton station (ALF) and Sheffield station (SHF)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 18:00 Saturday 06:45 - 18:00 Sunday 10:30 - 18:00
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. Step free access to the ticket office and northbound (towards Sheffield) platform only. No wheelchair access to southbound platform, please call 03457 125 678 pressing option 3 to make arrangements. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: None
- Accessible taxis: Royal Cabs 0115 608608
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are shelters and accessible seating on the platforms. Inside waiting area also located in the booking office.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Southbound and Northbound buses will stop in the station forecourt.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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