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Leicester to Sheffield Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Leicester to Sheffield, starting from QAR 9.32 and averaging QAR 17.85. The entire journey takes no more than 52m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Wed, Jun 18
    From QAR 16.67
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From QAR 16.67
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From QAR 16.67
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From QAR 9.32
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From QAR 16.67
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From QAR 16.67
  • Tue, Jun 24
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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01:24
Leicester
06:05
Sheffield
4h 41m, Changes requiredEast Midlands Railway
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05:48
Leicester
07:08
Sheffield
1h 20m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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06:37
Leicester
07:42
Sheffield
1h 5m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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07:06
Leicester
08:02
Sheffield
56m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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07:43
Leicester
08:45
Sheffield
1h 2m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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08:09
Leicester
09:06
Paris
57m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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Leicester to Sheffield Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:24
Last train
Last train
23:37
Departure station
Departure station
Leicester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Sheffield
Journey time
Journey time
52m
Distance
Distance
55 miles
Price
Price
QAR 9.32*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to Sheffield

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Leicester to Sheffield can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Leicester to Sheffield for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Leicester to Sheffield, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Leicester to Sheffield ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Leicester to Sheffield more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Leicester to Sheffield Train Ticket Types

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