The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£82
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£120
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
3 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
3 h 42 m
Trains on 13 Sept
10
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
To travel from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
W70792+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
C3701516:513h52Sheffield station (SHF)20:43Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£821One-way2 changes
C02053+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
W84707+
C3702217:103h48Sheffield station (SHF)20:58Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1041One-way3 changes
C01930+
C36979+
W84699+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington16:103h48Sheffield station (SHF)19:58Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1041One-way3 changes
G00711+
Y14823+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
C3699316:323h41Sheffield station (SHF)20:13Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1041One-way3 changes
W04512+
C31962+
C37015+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington16:563h47Sheffield station (SHF)20:43Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1041One-way3 changes
W70792+
W10738+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington16:513h34Sheffield station (SHF)20:25Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£1421One-way2 changes
W70792+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
W1073816:513h40Sheffield station (SHF)20:31Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)£1421One-way2 changes
G00711+
Y14823+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
C3699316:323h41Sheffield station (SHF)20:13Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1041One-way3 changes
W04512+
C31962+
C37015+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington16:563h47Sheffield station (SHF)20:43Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1041One-way3 changes
C02053+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
W84707+
C3702217:103h48Sheffield station (SHF)20:58Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)£1041One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a flight costs an average of £98.
Distance: 223 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price | £57 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £60.
A coach is £78 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £98.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 43m.
Coach takes on average 4h 47m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (2h 43m by train vs 2h 53m by car). Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £57 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89774+ W70699+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ W10735 | 16:06 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h11 | 20:17 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3 changes | |
G89774+ W70699+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ W10735 | 16:06 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h05 | 20:11 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 changes | |
W84699+ C01930+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C36979 | 16:10 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h48 | 19:58 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3 changes | |
G00711+ Y14823+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C36993 | 16:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h41 | 20:13 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3 changes | |
W70792+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ C37015 | 16:51 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h52 | 20:43 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
W70792+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ W10738 | 16:51 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h40 | 20:31 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
W70792+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ W10738 | 16:51 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h34 | 20:25 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
C31962+ W04512+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C37015 | 16:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h47 | 20:43 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3 changes | |
W84707+ C02053+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C37022 | 17:10 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h48 | 20:58 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3 changes | |
W29933+ C37743 · C37041 | On time 17:24 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h04 | 21:28 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport by coach, train or flight
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or Grand Central Trains to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 223 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 18:00 |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Sheffield station (SHF) and London Heathrow Airport from £14. 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 Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield station (SHF) and London Heathrow Airport
Most Sheffield station (SHF) to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Sheffield to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield station (SHF) and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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