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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£71
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
4 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
4 h 3 m
Trains on 12 Sept
17
Distance
275 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) you need to make at least one change.
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Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International12:304h34Southampton Central (SOU)17:04Sheffield station (SHF)£451One-way2 changes- C21567+L80070+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International10:304h34Southampton Central (SOU)15:04Sheffield station (SHF)£451One-way2 changes
G00859 · G007009:154h13Southampton Central (SOU)13:28Sheffield station (SHF)£551One-way1 change- G00852 · G007407:154h13Southampton Central (SOU)11:28Sheffield station (SHF)£591One-way1 change
- G00881 · G0107913:154h03Southampton Central (SOU)17:18Sheffield station (SHF)£621One-way1 change
- G00859 · G010689:154h03Southampton Central (SOU)13:18Sheffield station (SHF)£781One-way1 change
- G00873 · G0107612:154h03Southampton Central (SOU)16:18Sheffield station (SHF)£961One-way1 change
- G00881 · G0107913:154h03Southampton Central (SOU)17:18Sheffield station (SHF)£621One-way1 change
- G00862 · G0107010:154h03Southampton Central (SOU)14:18Sheffield station (SHF)£961One-way1 change
- G00850 · G010596:154h03Southampton Central (SOU)10:18Sheffield station (SHF)£641One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £116.
Distance: 275 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£50 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £116 Average Price | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF):
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) costing on average £50.
A coach is £87 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) costing on average £116.
Other travel options to Sheffield station (SHF) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 52m.
Coach takes on average 7h 8m.
Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 3h 52m versus 3h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00849 · G01060 | Delayed 5:15 6:15Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h03 | 9:21 9:21Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G00891 · G01083 | On time 15:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h03 | 19:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L80105+C21758+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | On time 15:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h32 | 20:02 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00895 · G00723 | On time 16:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h03 | 20:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L80115+C21770+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | On time 16:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h48 | 21:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00901 · G00730 | On time 17:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h04 | 21:19 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L80123+C21761+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | On time 17:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h33 | 22:03 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00912 · G00735 | On time 18:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h10 | 22:25 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L80133+C04184+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | On time 18:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h30 | 23:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
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| G00850 · G01059 | 6:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h03 | 10:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L78748+W70957+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 6:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 11:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00852 · G00740 | 7:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h13 | 11:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G00852 · G01061 | 7:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h04 | 11:19 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L80349+C21564+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 7:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h35 | 12:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00856 · G01065 | 8:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h04 | 12:19 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L80357+W70968+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 8:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 13:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00859 · G01068 | 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h03 | 13:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G00859 · G00700 | 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h13 | 13:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L80066+C21566+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 9:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 14:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00862 · G01070 | 10:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h03 | 14:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L80070+C21567+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 10:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 15:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00868 · G01072 | 11:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h04 | 15:19 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L80075+C21569+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 11:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 16:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00873 · G01076 | 12:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h03 | 16:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| L80081+C21571+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 12:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 17:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00881 · G01079 | 13:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h03 | 17:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF)
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Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 12:00. The fastest train covers the 275 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 275 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 12:00 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Sheffield station (SHF) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) 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 station (SHF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Sheffield station (SHF)
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to Sheffield station (SHF) trains use the Southampton Central to Sheffield station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and Sheffield station (SHF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Most popular train connections from Southampton Central (SOU)
Most popular trains to and from Sheffield station (SHF) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most popular train connections to Sheffield station (SHF)
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