The cheapest and fastest trains from South Benfleet to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Benfleet to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Benfleet to Sheffield will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 3 trains that leave South Benfleet for Sheffield every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.






Live departures
South Benfleet to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for South Benfleet to Sheffield trains for tomorrow, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:37 South Benfleet | 4h32 | 08:09 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:20 South Benfleet | 3h46 | 08:06 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:49 South Benfleet | 4h00 | 08:49 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Benfleet to Sheffield
Take a train from South Benfleet to Sheffield and enjoy the approximately 245 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 21:01.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 04:38 |
Last train 21:01 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from South Benfleet to Sheffield trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between South Benfleet and Sheffield. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: South Benfleet to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Benfleet to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in South Benfleet and Sheffield
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:15 - 21:45 Sunday 06:15 - 21:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There are no lifts at the station, but step free access is available to both platforms from street level via electronic gates
- Accessible taxis: Operated by local companies. Pre-booking advised
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Ferry Road outside front of station: - If travelling towards London, Stop E - If travelling towards Southend, Stop A
- 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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