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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Of the 5 trains that leave Sheffield station (SHF) for London Gatwick Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 262 km
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3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 14 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 08:22 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h49 | 12:11 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:23 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h42 | 12:05 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h22 | 13:27 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:52 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h43 | 14:35 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:10 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h10 | 17:20 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 19:35 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, LNER, east_midlands_trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport trainsEast Midlands Trains, LNER, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Sheffield station (SHF) and London Gatwick Airport from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield station (SHF) and London Gatwick Airport
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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