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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Margate
Showing times and prices for 28 Nov
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£120
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
295 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Margate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Margate will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
Fast trains
To travel from Sheffield to Margate you need to make at least one change.
04:584h01
Sheffield08:59Margate
£1201One-way
1 change
05:564h03
Sheffield09:59Margate
£1201One-way
1 change
07:003h59
Sheffield10:59Margate
£1201One-way
1 change
07:574h02
Sheffield11:59Margate
£1201One-way
1 change
09:003h59
Sheffield12:59Margate
£1201One-way
1 change
15:373h39
Sheffield19:16Margate
£1201One-way
1 change
15:003h46
Sheffield18:46Margate
£1201One-way
1 change
17:013h58
Sheffield20:59Margate
£1201One-way
1 change
07:003h59
Sheffield10:59Margate
£1201One-way
1 change
09:003h59
Sheffield12:59Margate
£1201One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Margate
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Margate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 295 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£59 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Margate train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Margate trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:58 Sheffield | 4h01 | 08:59 Margate | 1 change | |
| 05:56 Sheffield | 4h03 | 09:59 Margate | 1 change | |
| 07:00 Sheffield | 3h59 | 10:59 Margate | 1 change | |
| 07:57 Sheffield | 4h02 | 11:59 Margate | 1 change | |
| 09:00 Sheffield | 3h59 | 12:59 Margate | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Margate
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Trains from Sheffield to Margate run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 4h 27m.
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 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 04:34 |
Last train 19:32 |
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
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Sheffield to Margate trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Sheffield and Margate from £36. 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 27m
Cheapest Price
£36
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 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
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 33m
Cheapest Price
£120
east_midlands_trains frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Sheffield to Margate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Margate 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 Margate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Sheffield to Margate is 295 km.
The train journey from Sheffield to Margate covers a distance of 295 km and takes approximately 4h 27m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Sheffield to Margate leaves at 4:34.
For a fulfilling visit to Margate, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended to explore its beaches, cultural attractions, and local cuisine.
A day trip from Sheffield to Margate is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 27m. Trains run 6 times per day, covering a distance of 295 km.
The last train from Sheffield to Margate departs at 19:32.
To get from Sheffield to Margate, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Sheffield to Margate in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Trains from Sheffield to Margate run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Sheffield to Margate.
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Margate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £59.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Margate.
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Margate is by train, costing approximately £36.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Margate.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Margate is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Margate station (MAR).
The train journey from Sheffield to Margate offers a variety of landscapes, including urban views, rolling countryside, and glimpses of the coastline, providing a pleasant and diverse scenic experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Margate.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Margate
Sheffield
Margate
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 Margate.
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 Margate is Margate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Margate for your journey to Margate from Sheffield.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via subway.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 country end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Margate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.
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