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London to Sheffield by train

The journey from London to Sheffield by train is 141.73 mi and takes 2 hrs 24 mins. There are 29 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:27 and the last at 20:02. It is possible to travel from London to Sheffield by train for as little as £26.66 or as much as £249.43. The best price for this journey is £26.66.

Lowest Price £26.66
Journey Duration 2 hrs 24 mins
Connection per Day 29
Lowest Price £26.66
Highest Price £249.43
First Departure 05:27
Last Departure 20:02
Distance 141.73 mi
Departure London
Arrival Sheffield
Carriers Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast

Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £19.54 to £98.34 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 80% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from London to Sheffield

The cheapest London - Sheffield train tickets can be found for as low as £23.69 if you’re lucky, or £32.31 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £40.94.

Find the best day to travel to Sheffield by train

When travelling to Sheffield by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast and Thameslink from London to Sheffield
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London to Sheffield CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
15.97kg
Bus
17.11kg
Flight
45.62kg
Car
36.5kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Sheffield by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Sheffield are 15.97kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Sheffield? By taking the train between London and Sheffield you will save 29.65kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.14kg compared to a bus and 20.53kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from London to Sheffield?
A train ticket from London to Sheffield is £81.29. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £26.66.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Sheffield?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Sheffield is £26.66. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Sheffield by train?
London to Sheffield is 141.73 mi.
How long does the train between London and Sheffield take?
London to Sheffield is on average 2 hrs 24 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 56 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Sheffield?
The train journey from London to Sheffield is covered by 9 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway and CrossCountry.
How many train connections per day go from London to Sheffield?
London to Sheffield has 29 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Sheffield leave?
The earliest train from London to Sheffield departs at 05:27. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from London to Sheffield depart?
The latest train from London to Sheffield departs at 20:02. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Sheffield in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £26.66 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Sheffield?
There are on average 12 direct connection(s) from London to go to Sheffield.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Sheffield by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Sheffield is 1 hr 56 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Sheffield?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Sheffield.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Sheffield by train?
The train journey from London to Sheffield creates 15.97kg of CO2 emissions.

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