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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield

Showing times and prices for 21 Apr

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£41

Fastest journey

3 h 27 m

Average duration

3 h 30 m

Trains per day

Distance

200 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Sheffield every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 200 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 27 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.

10:213h27

Stansted Mountfitchet

13:48Sheffield

£281One-way

0 changes

05:203h28

Stansted Mountfitchet

08:48Sheffield

£421One-way

0 changes

08:203h27

Stansted Mountfitchet

11:47Sheffield

£431One-way

0 changes

05:273h39

Stansted Mountfitchet

09:06Sheffield

£501One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Train	Most popular Coach
£44 Average Price	£30 Average Price Cheapest
4h 31m average duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 22m average duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield

United Kingdom

Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £21 by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £21

Distance

199 km

Average train duration

4h 1m

Cheapest ticket price

£24

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 21m

First train

05:20

Last train

17:16

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £21

Train providers: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry and East Coast trains Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield

Travel to Sheffield from Stansted Mountfitchet from £27 with Omio’s train partners East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry and East Coast! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

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.

Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield train information with East Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 22 min
Cheapest Price: £27

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Train information from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield with East Coast:

Average Duration: 3 h 27 min
Cheapest Price: £41

Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.

Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield train information with Abellio Greater Anglia:

Average Duration: 3 h 27 min
Cheapest Price: £163
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency: 16 a day

Trains from Stansted to Sheffield

Stansted Airport, located north-east of London, is a popular hub with budget and charter airlines, and it's connected to the UK rail network with its own station at the terminus. For passengers arriving at the airport, it's easy to take trains from Stansted to Sheffield, with just one change required en route. Most connections are via Leicester or London, with the fastest journey times being just over three hours. Departures are available from early morning to mid evening, meaning there is usually a rail connection to suit most flight arrivals.

Which train companies travel from Stansted to Sheffield?

Trains from Stansted to Sheffield use a variety of routes and operators. Examples include Greater Anglia services from Stansted to Tottenham Hale, transferring to London St Pancras for onward travel with East Midlands Trains to Sheffield, or Cross Country Trains services to Leicester, connecting with East Midlands Trains departures to Sheffield.

How long is the train from Stansted to Sheffield?

The fastest connection on the 125-mile route north to Sheffield from Stansted is the Greater Anglia and East Midlands Trains service via London, taking three hours and 16 minutes. Other London connections take about ten minutes longer. The fastest routes via Leicester take three hours and 40 minutes, although evening connections can take more than an hour longer.

How many trains are there from Stansted to Sheffield.?

Cross Country Trains and East Midlands Trains routes to Sheffield via Leicester depart Stansted hourly from early morning to mid-evening. Routes via London provide connections from the airport to Sheffield roughly every half hour from very early morning to late evening. Sunday schedules have fewer connections and longer journey times.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Stansted to Sheffield?

Departure train station: Stansted Airport Station is located immediately outside the airport arrivals hall, adjacent to the bus terminus which has coach connections across the UK and local bus services from Bishop's Stortford and Stansted Mountfitchet. Platforms have coffee kiosks, while the airport terminal offers free WiFi, newsagents, restaurants and shops.

Arrival train station: Sheffield Station is located in the heart of the city, with a Supertram stop close to the platforms and city buses available from the adjacent Sheffield interchange. The station concourse has a coffee shop, a newsagent, vending machines and taxi ranks.

FAQs: Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield train

FAQs: Travel by train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield.

Cheap train tickets from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield is £55; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield train time is 3 h 21 min covering the 123 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield leaves at 04: 29. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield leaves at 22: 18.

There are 7 trains a day from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, LNER or Abellio Greater Anglia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Sheffield. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield.

Take the Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield train with East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, LNER or Abellio Greater Anglia. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Sheffield from Stansted Mountfitchet as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 18.

A trip to Sheffield from Stansted Mountfitchet is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield by train is June.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Sheffield including taking a train or coach.