How much does a train ticket cost from Leicester to Sheffield?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Sheffield start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to Sheffield?

The average train journey time from Leicester to Sheffield is 1h 2m, covering a distance of 54 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 52m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Leicester to Sheffield route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Sheffield?

The earliest train from Leicester to Sheffield departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 23:51.

Train Leicester to Sheffield from £7

Next train departures

Next departures from Leicester to Sheffield on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:43	Leicester	1h 2m	08:45	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	09:09	Leicester	52m	10:01	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	07:06	Leicester	56m	08:02	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:06	Leicester	56m	08:02	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:43	Leicester	1h 2m	08:45	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Sheffield on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:43	Leicester	1h 2m	08:45	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	09:09	Leicester	52m	10:01	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	07:06	Leicester	56m	08:02	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:06	Leicester	56m	08:02	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:43	Leicester	1h 2m	08:45	Sheffield	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 13:32 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Sheffield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

54 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £48	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £103	Average duration1h 2m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £11	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Sheffield by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Leicester to Sheffield?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Sheffield start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Sheffield?
The average train journey time from Leicester to Sheffield is 1h 2m, covering a distance of 54 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 52m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Leicester to Sheffield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Sheffield?
The earliest train from Leicester to Sheffield departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 23:51.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/11

£20

26/11

£20

Today

£20

28/11

£21

29/11

£8

30/11

£7

01/12

£11

02/12

£11

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Sheffield was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leicester to Sheffield as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £98 for a train ticket from Leicester to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-30.