Train from Southampton to Sheffield: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Southampton to Sheffield on 29 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Southampton Airport Parkway
SheffieldCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Southampton Airport Parkway
SheffieldFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Southampton Airport Parkway
SheffieldNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Southampton Airport Parkway
SheffieldNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Southampton Airport Parkway
SheffieldNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 23:54 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton 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 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 20mAverage duration
171 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£29 - £57Average duration11h 40m
7kg CO₂e
Average price£98 - £249Average duration3h 55m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£32 - £32Average duration3h 20m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Southampton to Sheffield?

    The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Sheffield start from £98. The average price for this train route is around £177. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Southampton to Sheffield?

    The average train journey time from Southampton to Sheffield is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 168 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 25m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Southampton to Sheffield route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Southampton to Sheffield?

    The earliest train from Southampton to Sheffield departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 17:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Southampton to Sheffield was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of £94

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

You can expect to pay from £94 to £237 for a train ticket from Southampton to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £94, which is on 2025-12-29.

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