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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from South Croydon to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Croydon 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 Croydon to Sheffield will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 5 trains that leave South Croydon for Sheffield 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 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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, coach and flight for South Croydon to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from South Croydon to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 243 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£56 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
South Croydon to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for South Croydon to Sheffield trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:09 South Croydon | 3h39 | 09:48 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:47 South Croydon | 3h18 | 10:05 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:09 South Croydon | 3h33 | 10:42 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:17 South Croydon | 3h25 | 10:42 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Croydon to Sheffield
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Trains from South Croydon to Sheffield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 243 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 21:01 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from South Croydon to Sheffield trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between South Croydon and Sheffield from £8. 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 Croydon to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Croydon 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in South Croydon and Sheffield
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 00:10 Saturday 05:50 - 23:35 Sunday 07:40 - 23:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Long access route between platforms via street, steep in places (over 400m and gradient above 1:10). Assistance Meeting Point is between the toilets on platform 1.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1, Left of the Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting area is available on the concourse and shelters on both platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: To right of station building
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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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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