The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Sheffield station (SHF)
- Cheapest price on 11 Nov
- £13
- Average ticket price on 11 Nov
- £16
- Fastest journey on 11 Nov
- 1 h 17 m
- Average journey duration on 11 Nov
- 1 h 18 m
- Trains on 11 Nov
- 15
- Distance
- 64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) 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 Lincoln Central (LCN) to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 15 trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Sheffield station (SHF), including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.
G8942314:23 1h19 Lincoln Central (LCN) 15:42 Sheffield station (SHF) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
G8941913:23 1h22 Lincoln Central (LCN) 14:45 Sheffield station (SHF) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
G8941612:23 1h18 Lincoln Central (LCN) 13:41 Sheffield station (SHF) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
G8942715:23 1h20 Lincoln Central (LCN) 16:43 Sheffield station (SHF) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
G894089:23 1h19 Lincoln Central (LCN) 10:42 Sheffield station (SHF) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
G8943818:26 1h17 Lincoln Central (LCN) 19:43 Sheffield station (SHF) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
G8941612:23 1h18 Lincoln Central (LCN) 13:41 Sheffield station (SHF) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
G8941010:23 1h18 Lincoln Central (LCN) 11:41 Sheffield station (SHF) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
G8942314:23 1h19 Lincoln Central (LCN) 15:42 Sheffield station (SHF) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
G894089:23 1h19 Lincoln Central (LCN) 10:42 Sheffield station (SHF) £13 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 22:44 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Frequently asked questions about your Lincoln Central (LCN) to Sheffield station (SHF) trip
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Live departures
Lincoln Central (LCN) to Sheffield station (SHF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln Central (LCN) to Sheffield station (SHF) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89405 | 8:25 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h19 | 9:44 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89408 | 9:23 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h19 | 10:42 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89410 | 10:23 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h18 | 11:41 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
C59658+ W84680 | 10:34 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h35 | 12:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
G89412 | 11:23 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h19 | 12:42 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89416 | 12:23 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h18 | 13:41 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89419 | 13:23 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h22 | 14:45 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89423 | 14:23 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h19 | 15:42 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
C59662+ W84702 | 14:34 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h35 | 16:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
G89427 | 15:23 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1h20 | 16:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Lincoln Central (LCN) to Sheffield station (SHF) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln Central (LCN) and Sheffield station (SHF)
Most Lincoln Central (LCN) to Sheffield station (SHF) trains use the Lincoln Central to Sheffield station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln Central (LCN) and Sheffield station (SHF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
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.
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