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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Christchurch
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£144
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
295 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Christchurch is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Christchurch will cost around £144 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Sheffield for Christchurch 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 295 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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.
09:374h58
Sheffield14:35Christchurch
£1081One-way
0 changes
04:305h05
Sheffield09:35Christchurch
£1791One-way
0 changes
09:374h58
Sheffield14:35Christchurch
£1081One-way
0 changes
04:305h05
Sheffield09:35Christchurch
£1791One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Sheffield to Christchurch train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:06
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:30 Sheffield | 5h05 | 09:35 Christchurch | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 21:11 Sheffield | 9h25 | 06:36 Christchurch | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Christchurch
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Christchurch run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 if you book in advance.
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 295 km |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 04:19 |
Last train 15:12 |
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: East Midlands Trains from Sheffield to Christchurch trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Sheffield and Christchurch from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
£49
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Sheffield to Christchurch train
FAQs: Travel by train from Sheffield to Christchurch 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 Sheffield to Christchurch.
The train distance from Sheffield to Christchurch is 295 km.
Booking trains from Sheffield to Christchurch in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Christchurch can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £49, while the average price tends to be around £91.
The train journey from Sheffield to Christchurch covers a distance of 295 km and takes approximately 4h 55m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Christchurch is by train, costing approximately £49.
The first train from Sheffield to Christchurch leaves at 4:19.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Christchurch is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Christchurch station (CHR).
The last train from Sheffield to Christchurch departs at 15:12.
Trains from Sheffield to Christchurch run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Sheffield to Christchurch.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Christchurch.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Christchurch.
To travel from Sheffield to Christchurch, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Christchurch.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Christchurch
Sheffield
Christchurch
The major train station for departures in Sheffield is Sheffield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield for your trip from Sheffield to Christchurch.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Christchurch is Christchurch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Christchurch for your journey to Christchurch from Sheffield.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance and car park to Platform 1 (for trains towards Weymouth). There is level access from Clarendon Road to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 475m via the street. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Christchurch
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stour Road bus stop outside of station
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