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Compare train and coach for Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 35 km
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Overview: Train from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield
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Trains from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 1h 18m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Coach from £6
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 21:53 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: east_midlands_trains from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield trainseast_midlands_trains trains will get you between Kirkby in Ashfield and Sheffield from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Millennium Gallery
City-centre gallery with changing art, design and metalwork displays, plus the Ruskin Collection and exhibitions linked to Sheffield craft.
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Kelham Island Museum
Industrial museum on the River Don where historic working machinery demonstrates Sheffield's steel and engineering heritage.
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Winter Garden
Large glasshouse filled with plants from around the world, linking the city centre to cultural venues and offering a bright all-weather stop.
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Kelham Island
Regenerated inner-city district known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively mix of old industrial buildings.
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Peace Gardens
Formal city-centre square with fountains, seasonal events and major civic buildings, ideal for a short stroll and people-watching.
Sheffield Pikelet Pudding
A hearty suet pudding from the Sheffield area, traditionally filled with lamb and onions. It is a classic South Yorkshire comfort dish with strong local roots.
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Pikelets
A soft, thick griddle bread long associated with South Yorkshire. Locals eat it toasted with butter or fillings, and it is a familiar regional tea-time staple.
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Yorkshire Tea Loaf
A rich fruit loaf from nearby South Yorkshire and the Peak fringe, packed with currants and peel. It is traditionally served sliced with butter.
Jöro
A relaxed city-centre restaurant known for British cooking with seasonal ingredients, plus a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Ego Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar
A long-established Sheffield favourite for rustic Italian dishes, handmade pasta and a lively, friendly dining room.
The Fat Cat
A popular Kelham Island pub and dining venue serving local beer and hearty British food in a historic industrial setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate by UK standards. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday costs are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service unless a service charge is added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Sheffield Station -> Sheaf Square, Sheffield
- Distance
- 0.2 km
- Travel time
- 3 min
- Sheffield Station opens directly onto Sheaf Square, which is part of the city centre and the start of the signed Gold Route.
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FAQs: Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield covers a distance of 35 km and takes approximately 1h 18m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield is 35 km.
The first train from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield leaves at 5:45.
The last train from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield departs at 21:53.
Trains from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield.
To get from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield.
The train station in Kirkby in Ashfield that goes to Sheffield is Kirkby in Ashfield station (KKB), and it arrives at Sheffield station (SHF).
The cheapest way to get from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield offers pleasant views of the English countryside, passing through charming towns and verdant landscapes, particularly around the Peak District area.
A day trip from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield is feasible with a travel distance of 35 km and a travel duration of 1h 18m. The frequency of the journey is 2 times per day by train, making it possible for a day trip.
In Sheffield, you can explore the stunning landscapes of the Peak District National Park, visit the Sheffield Winter Garden with its wide range of exotic plants, and enjoy art at the Graves Gallery. Walk the scenic Rivelin Valley Nature Trail, or catch a performance at the Crucible Theatre. Discover the Sheffield Botanical Gardens and learn about steelmaking at the Kelham Island Museum. Art and design enthusiasts can visit the Millennium Gallery, while those interested in history can explore Sheffield Cathedral and the Weston Park Museum.
Sheffield can be explored comfortably in 2 to 3 days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Peak District, Kelham Island Museum, and the Sheffield Botanical Gardens.
Yes, you can take the train from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kirkby in Ashfield and Sheffield
Most Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield trains use the Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Kirkby in Ashfield and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Kirkby in Ashfield
Arrival train stations in Sheffield
Which Kirkby in Ashfield station do trains to Sheffield leave from?
Trains from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield leave from Kirkby in Ashfield. The station is 1 km from Kirkby in Ashfield city centre at Kirkby-in-Ashfield station, Victoria Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8EJ.
Kirkby in AshfieldKirkby-in-Ashfield station, Victoria Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8EJ
City-centre transport
Getting to Kirkby in Ashfield from Kirkby in Ashfield city centre
Bus90, 3A, 3B · 2m · £2 · every ~16 min
Kirkby in Ashfield train station facilities and services
Kirkby in Ashfield has practical services for this route, including Parking and Dining.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kirkby in Ashfield.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kirkby in Ashfield: Parking.
Which Sheffield station do trains from Kirkby in Ashfield arrive at?
Trains from Kirkby in Ashfield to Sheffield most often arrive at Sheffield. Some services arrive at Meadowhall, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Sheffield arrival station.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: 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.
MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSheffield - Leeds, Sheffield - Huddersfield, Nottingham - Leeds, Sheffield - Adwick, Lincoln Central - Leeds, Sheffield - Scarborough, Sheffield - Doncaster, Sheffield - Lockwood, Sheffield - York, Sheffield - Hull, Sheffield - Bridlington, Sheffield - Barnsley, Chesterfield - Leeds, Retford - Leeds, Sheffield - Wakefield Kirkgate, Lincoln Central - Huddersfield, Lincoln Central - Lockwood, Alfreton - Leeds, Sheffield - Penistone, Sheffield - Beverley, Retford - Meadowhall, Sheffield - Carlisle, Nottingham - Barnsley · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min
BusUk905 · 10m · £0.90
X17, 137, 65 · 18m · £4 · every ~7 min
X1, X2 · 19m · every ~13 min
65 · 22m · £4
70A, 70 · 48m · every ~3 min
TramBlue, Yell · 18m · every ~16 min
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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