The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
200 km
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 £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
To travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield you need to make at least 2 changes.
G00959+
G08088+
P76245+
G892868:133h35Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)11:48Sheffield station (SHF)£601One-way3 changes
P76249 · P66812+
C218118:433h56Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)12:39Sheffield station (SHF)£681One-way2 changes
P76249 · P66812+
C21811+
G801738:433h26Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)12:09Sheffield station (SHF)£681One-way4 changes
P76245+
G00959+
W709618:133h52Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)12:05Sheffield station (SHF)£1161One-way2 changes
G00959+
P76245+
G89410+
G080888:133h28Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)11:41Sheffield station (SHF)£1161One-way4 changes
W70961+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+
P666688:403h25Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)12:05Sheffield station (SHF)£1851One-way2 changes
P76249 · P66812+
C21811+
G801738:433h26Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)12:09Sheffield station (SHF)£681One-way4 changes
G00959+
P76245+
G89410+
G080888:133h28Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)11:41Sheffield station (SHF)£1161One-way4 changes
G00959+
G08088+
P76245+
G892868:133h35Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)11:48Sheffield station (SHF)£601One-way3 changes
P76245+
G00959+
W709618:133h52Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)12:05Sheffield station (SHF)£1161One-way2 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 £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 200 km
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£60 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield trains for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:13 Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h35 | 11:48 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:43 Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h49 | 12:32 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 21:01 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia from Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Sheffield from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet and Sheffield
Most Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield trains use the Stansted Mountfitchet to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stansted Mountfitchet station do trains to Sheffield leave from?
Getting to Stansted Mountfitchet from Stansted Mountfitchet city centre
Stansted Mountfitchet train station facilities and services
Stansted Mountfitchet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cork House
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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: No.
Which Sheffield station do trains from Stansted Mountfitchet arrive at?
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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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