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Melton Carnegie Museum
Local museum covering the town's social history, rural life and the hunting tradition. A strong starting point for understanding Melton Mowbray.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray
Showing times and prices for 04 Aug
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Sheffield for Melton Mowbray every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
7:001h37Sheffield8:37Melton Mowbray£181One-way0 changes
- 7:001h37Sheffield8:37Melton Mowbray£181One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 37m.
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 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 6:48 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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 Railway from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Sheffield and Melton Mowbray from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
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
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
£18
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
Complete guide to Melton Mowbray
Things to do in Melton Mowbray
Discover the best of Melton Mowbray — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Melton Mowbray trip today.
Carnegie Gallery
Gallery and museum space in the Carnegie building hosting changing exhibitions by local artists alongside heritage displays. Good for a compact cultural visit.
Melton Mowbray Museum of Military History
Volunteer-run military museum at nearby Thorpe Camp with wartime objects, vehicles and displays. Worth the short trip for aviation and army history.
- Recommended
Egerton Park
Central green space with mature trees, riverside paths and memorials. Popular for a gentle stroll and an easy break close to the town centre.
- Recommended
Market Place
Main shopping street lined with historic buildings and independent shops. Ideal for seeing daily town life and the architectural character of the centre.
Melton Country Park
Linear green route following the old railway line near town. Good for walking, cycling and quiet views of the surrounding Leicestershire landscape.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
Melton Mowbray pork pie is the town’s signature raised pie, made with uncured chopped pork and a hand-formed crust that bakes to a distinctive bow-shaped side.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a rich blue cheese long linked with the area’s historic inns and dairy trade. It is prized for its creamy texture and tangy, crumbly character.
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester
Red Leicester is a traditional Leicestershire cheese with a firm texture and nutty, savoury flavour. Its orange colour and mellow taste make it a local staple.
The Berkeley Arms
Country pub near Melton Mowbray serving well-kept ales and polished British cooking in a cosy, upmarket village setting.
Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe
Traditional pie shop and café known for authentic Melton Mowbray pork pies, light lunches and a casual market-town atmosphere.
The Kettleby Cross
Stylish modern restaurant serving British and Mediterranean-influenced dishes in a smart but relaxed setting in the town centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: pubs and cafés are reasonably priced, but hotel costs can rise on market days and during local events. Public transport is limited, so taxis may add to visitor costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food, bakery items, or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a pub or restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £35-60+ per person for an upscale meal.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included only in larger restaurants. If not, 10% is polite for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, such as leaving small change.
FAQs: Sheffield to Melton Mowbray train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray 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 Melton Mowbray, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The train journey from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray covers a distance of 79 km and takes approximately 1h 37m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray is 79 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray leaves at 6:48.
The last train from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray departs at 22:38.
Trains from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray.
To travel from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Melton Mowbray is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Melton Mowbray station (MMO).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray is by train, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray offers a pleasant and varied landscape, with views of the rolling hills of the Peak District, charming English countryside, and glimpses of historic towns and villages along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray is feasible, with a travel duration of 1h 37m and a distance of 79 km. The train operates 4 times per day.
A visit to Melton Mowbray is well-suited for a 2-day stay, allowing time to explore its renowned food heritage, including the famous pork pies and Stilton cheese, as well as local attractions such as the Melton Carnegie Museum and the beautiful countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Melton Mowbray
Most Sheffield to Melton Mowbray trains use the Sheffield to Melton Mowbray station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Melton Mowbray train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Melton Mowbray
Which Sheffield station do trains to Melton Mowbray leave from?
Trains from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray leave from Sheffield. The station is 1 km from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min
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.
Which Melton Mowbray station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Trains from Sheffield to Melton Mowbray arrive at Melton Mowbray. Melton Mowbray is 1 km from Melton Mowbray city centre.
Melton MowbrayMelton Mowbray station, Burton Street, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1AF
City-centre transport
Getting to Melton Mowbray from Melton Mowbray city centre
Bus5A · 25m · £2
Melton Mowbray train station facilities and services
Melton Mowbray has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Melton Mowbray.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Melton Mowbray.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Melton Mowbray: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Melton Mowbray: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Melton Mowbray: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to platform 1. Access to Platform 2 is only via a stepped footbridge. This platform 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 public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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