How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to Leeds?

The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Leeds start from $5. The average price for this train route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Leeds?

The average train ride duration from Sheffield to Leeds is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 29 miles (47 km). The quickest train can get you there in 40m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Sheffield to Leeds route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from Northern , CrossCountry .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sheffield to Leeds?

The earliest train departs from Sheffield to Leeds at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:15pm.

What is the best train operator from Sheffield to Leeds?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Sheffield to Leeds?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Sheffield to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Sheffield to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Sheffield to Leeds from $4

Next train departures

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Sheffield	1h 20m	8:24am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	3:21pm	Sheffield	40m	4:01pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Sheffield	1h 19m	8:34am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	41m	8:02am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	56m	8:14am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Sheffield	1h 20m	8:24am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	41m	8:02am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Sheffield	1h 21m	8:36am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	41m	8:02am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	57m	8:15am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:15am	Sheffield	1h 20m	9:35am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	9:21am	Sheffield	41m	10:02am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	8:39am	Sheffield	1h 20m	9:59am	Leeds	No tags
Train	9:21am	Sheffield	41m	10:02am	Leeds	No tags
Train	9:14am	Sheffield	1h 21m	10:35am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	Sheffield	1h 22m	4:24pm	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:22am	Sheffield	40m	8:02am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:02am	Sheffield	1h 22m	8:24am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:22am	Sheffield	40m	8:02am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:15am	Sheffield	1h 20m	8:35am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	Sheffield	1h 22m	4:24pm	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:22am	Sheffield	40m	8:02am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:02am	Sheffield	1h 22m	8:24am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:22am	Sheffield	40m	8:02am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:15am	Sheffield	1h 20m	8:35am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	Sheffield	1h 22m	4:24pm	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:22am	Sheffield	40m	8:02am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:02am	Sheffield	1h 22m	8:24am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:22am	Sheffield	40m	8:02am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:15am	Sheffield	1h 20m	8:35am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	Sheffield	1h 22m	4:24pm	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:22am	Sheffield	40m	8:02am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:02am	Sheffield	1h 22m	8:24am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:22am	Sheffield	40m	8:02am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:15am	Sheffield	1h 20m	8:35am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:02am	Sheffield	1h 22m	8:24am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:22am	Sheffield	40m	8:02am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Sheffield	1h 20m	8:35am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:22am	Sheffield	40m	8:02am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	56m	8:14am	Leeds	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:53 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Sheffield to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

30 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $31	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$5 - $40	Average Duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $7	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sheffield to Leeds by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to Leeds?
The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Leeds start from $5. The average price for this train route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Leeds?
The average train ride duration from Sheffield to Leeds is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 29 miles (47 km). The quickest train can get you there in 40m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Sheffield to Leeds route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from Northern, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sheffield to Leeds?
The earliest train departs from Sheffield to Leeds at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:15pm.
What is the best train operator from Sheffield to Leeds?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Sheffield to Leeds?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Sheffield to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Sheffield to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$13

12/11

$13

Today

$11

12/13

$9

12/14

$8

12/15

$10

12/16

$9

12/17

$10

The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Leeds was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $38 for a train ticket from Sheffield to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.