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Compare prices and tickets Needham Market to Sheffield by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Needham Market to Sheffield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Needham Market to Sheffield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 4h 25m.
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
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £97 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 19:50 |
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
Train companies: CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia from Needham Market to Sheffield trainsCrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Needham Market and Sheffield from £97. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 39m
Cheapest Price
£116
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£97
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Needham Market to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Needham Market 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.
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.
Booking trains from Needham Market to Sheffield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Needham Market to Sheffield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £97, while the average price tends to be around £97.
The cheapest way to get from Needham Market to Sheffield is by train, costing approximately £97.
The train journey from Needham Market to Sheffield offers a variety of landscapes, featuring views of the East Anglian countryside, rolling hills, and charming rural towns, making it a pleasantly scenic route.
A day trip from Needham Market to Sheffield is not feasible, as the journey duration is 4h 25m. The distance is 217 km, with a frequency of 4 per day for trains.
The train station in Needham Market that goes to Sheffield is Needham Market station (NMT), and it arrives at Sheffield station (SHF).
The train distance from Needham Market to Sheffield is 217 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Needham Market to Sheffield.
Yes, you can take the train from Needham Market to Sheffield.
To travel from Needham Market to Sheffield, you can take a train.
The train journey from Needham Market to Sheffield covers a distance of 217 km and takes approximately 4h 25m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Needham Market to Sheffield leaves at 4:35.
The last train from Needham Market to Sheffield departs at 19:50.
Trains from Needham Market to Sheffield run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Needham Market to Sheffield.
There is no night train service from Needham Market to Sheffield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Needham Market and Sheffield
Needham Market
Sheffield
The major train station for departures in Needham Market is Needham Market. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Needham Market for your trip from Needham Market to Sheffield.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: There is a public car park next to the station
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Needham Market
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop outside the Swan pub on Ipswich Road
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 Needham Market.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- 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
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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