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London to Sheffield train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Sheffield

Showing times and prices for 18 Mar

Cheapest price

£57

Average price

£86

Fastest journey

1 h 58 m

Average duration

2 h 7 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

227 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
East Midlands TrainsW21416
09:322h10
London St Pancras International (STP)
11:42Sheffield station (SHF)
£571One-way
0 changes
East Midlands TrainsW21413
09:022h03
London St Pancras International (STP)
11:05Sheffield station (SHF)
£791One-way
0 changes
LNERC71320
08:332h15
London Kings Cross (KGX)
10:48Sheffield station (SHF)
£831One-way
1 change
LNERC71318
08:032h21
London Kings Cross (KGX)
10:24Sheffield station (SHF)
£911One-way
1 change
East Midlands TrainsW21411
08:322h10
London St Pancras International (STP)
10:42Sheffield station (SHF)
£941One-way
0 changes

London to Sheffield train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 March
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
East Midlands Trains
W21408
East Midlands TrainsW21408
08:03 London St Pancras International (STP)1h58 10:01 Sheffield station (SHF)0 changesDirect
LNER
C71318
LNERC71318
08:03 London Kings Cross (KGX)2h21 10:24 Sheffield station (SHF)1 change
East Midlands Trains
W21411
East Midlands TrainsW21411
08:32 London St Pancras International (STP)2h10 10:42 Sheffield station (SHF)0 changesDirect
LNER
C71320
LNERC71320
08:33 London Kings Cross (KGX)2h15 10:48 Sheffield station (SHF)1 change
East Midlands Trains
W21413
East Midlands TrainsW21413
09:02 London St Pancras International (STP)2h03 11:05 Sheffield station (SHF)0 changesDirect
East Midlands Trains
W21416
East Midlands TrainsW21416
09:32 London St Pancras International (STP)2h10 11:42 Sheffield station (SHF)0 changesDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Sheffield?

The best time to book your train from London to Sheffield is 28 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Sheffield route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Sheffield per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Sheffield.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Sheffield

Trains from London to Sheffield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £6 by bus.
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
Distance
227 km
Average train duration
2h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
5
Train providers
6
Fastest train
1h 58m
First train
05:30
Last train
22:32
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, East Coast and First Hull Trains trains London to Sheffield

Find the best trains to Sheffield from London with Omio's travel partners East Midlands Trains, East Coast and First Hull Trains from £25. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

London to Sheffield train information with East Midlands Trains:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 56 min
  • Cheapest Price: £38

FAQs: London to Sheffield train

FAQs: Travel by train from London to Sheffield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Sheffield.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Sheffield can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Sheffield is £47; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to Sheffield is 1 h 57 min   to travel the 141 mile long trip, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London to Sheffield leaves at 00: 49. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London to Sheffield leaves at 23: 35.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Sheffield without having to change trains with East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. There are 5 direct trains from London to Sheffield each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Sheffield. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from London to Sheffield.
For the trip from London to Sheffield you can take a train with East Midlands Trains, LNER, First Hull Trains, Grand Central Trains, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast or east_midlands_trains. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Sheffield from London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 35.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London St Pancras International, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Sheffield, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Sheffield from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 57 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London to Sheffield by train is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Sheffield from London including taking a train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in London and Sheffield

London
Sheffield
The major train station for departures in London is London St Pancras International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London St Pancras International for your trip from London to Sheffield.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Betjeman Arms
  • AMT Coffee
  • The Booking Office
  • Carluccio’s
  • Chop’d
  • Greggs
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Standard
  • Kimpton Fitzroy London
  • Alhambra Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
Public transport options for London St Pancras International
  • Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
  • Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
  • Bus lines: 326, 139
The major train station for arrivals in Sheffield is Sheffield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield for your journey to Sheffield from London.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Public transport options for Sheffield
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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