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Compare train for Swanley to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swanley to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 247 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swanley to Sheffield
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Trains from Swanley to Sheffield run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 3h 43m.
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 £15
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 21:01 |
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 £15
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Swanley to Sheffield trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Swanley and Sheffield from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 31m
Cheapest Price
£41
East Midlands Trains frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Swanley to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swanley 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.
In Sheffield, you can explore the stunning landscapes of the Peak District National Park, visit the Sheffield Winter Garden with its wide range of exotic plants, and enjoy art at the Graves Gallery. Walk the scenic Rivelin Valley Nature Trail, or catch a performance at the Crucible Theatre. Discover the Sheffield Botanical Gardens and learn about steelmaking at the Kelham Island Museum. Art and design enthusiasts can visit the Millennium Gallery, while those interested in history can explore Sheffield Cathedral and the Weston Park Museum.
Sheffield can be explored comfortably in 2 to 3 days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Peak District, Kelham Island Museum, and the Sheffield Botanical Gardens.
The train journey from Swanley to Sheffield offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the North Downs and the rolling hills of South Yorkshire, providing a pleasant but not particularly dramatic scenic experience.
Booking trains from Swanley to Sheffield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Swanley to Sheffield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £40.
A day trip from Swanley to Sheffield is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 43m. Trains run 11 times per day. The distance is 247 km.
The cheapest way to get from Swanley to Sheffield is by coach, costing approximately £15.
The train distance from Swanley to Sheffield is 247 km.
The train station in Swanley that goes to Sheffield is Swanley station (SAY), and it arrives at Sheffield station (SHF).
The train journey from Swanley to Sheffield covers a distance of 247 km and takes approximately 3h 43m. Trains run 11 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Swanley to Sheffield.
The first train from Swanley to Sheffield leaves at 4:35.
To travel from Swanley to Sheffield, you can take a train.
The last train from Swanley to Sheffield departs at 21:01.
Trains from Swanley to Sheffield run approximately 11 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Swanley to Sheffield.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swanley to Sheffield.
There is no night train service from Swanley to Sheffield.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swanley and Sheffield
Swanley
Sheffield
The major train station for departures in Swanley is Swanley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swanley for your trip from Swanley to Sheffield.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Bike Parking
The major train station for arrivals in Sheffield is Sheffield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield for your journey to Sheffield from Swanley.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Sheffield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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