How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to Leeds?

The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Leeds start at $6. The average price for this train route is around $24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Sheffield to Leeds?

The average train trip from Sheffield to Leeds takes 57m and covers 47 km. The quickest train gets you there in 39m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Leeds route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day, including services from Northern , CrossCountry .

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

The earliest train from Sheffield to Leeds departs at 7:02am. 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 46 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 3.9.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Sheffield to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 $5

Next train departures

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:15pm	Sheffield	1h 20m	4:35pm	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	3:22pm	Sheffield	41m	4:03pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	3:02pm	Sheffield	1h 22m	4:24pm	Leeds	No tags
Train	3:22pm	Sheffield	41m	4:03pm	Leeds	No tags
Train	3:18pm	Sheffield	57m	4:15pm	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:51pm	Sheffield	47m	4:38pm	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 January 28
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

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on January 29
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 January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:49am	Sheffield	49m	8:38am	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 January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:45am	Sheffield	53m	8:38am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	41m	8:02am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:02am	Sheffield	1h 22m	8:24am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	41m	8:02am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:15am	Sheffield	1h 20m	8:35am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:39am	Sheffield	1h 20m	9:59am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	9:21am	Sheffield	41m	10:02am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	8:15am	Sheffield	1h 20m	9:35am	Leeds	No tags
Train	9:21am	Sheffield	41m	10:02am	Leeds	No tags
Train	8:52am	Sheffield	45m	9:37am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leeds on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:50am	Sheffield	1h 25m	9:15am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	4:50pm	Sheffield	1h 24m	6:14pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:50am	Sheffield	1h 25m	9:15am	Leeds	No tags
Train	8:50am	Sheffield	1h 25m	10:15am	Leeds	No tags
Train	8:50am	Sheffield	1h 25m	10:15am	Leeds	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Sheffield to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

47 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $43	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$6 - $56	Average Duration57m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $9	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train companies

Northern

4/527 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

CrossCountry

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi3.9

GB train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at $6. The average price for this train route is around $24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Sheffield to Leeds?
The average train trip from Sheffield to Leeds takes 57m and covers 47 km. The quickest train gets you there in 39m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Leeds route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day, including services from Northern, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to Leeds?
The earliest train from Sheffield to Leeds departs at 7:02am. 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 46 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 3.9.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Sheffield to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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

01-24

$16

01-25

$14

Today

$16

01-27

$13

01-28

$16

01-29

$14

01-30

$13

01-31

$8

The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Leeds was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 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 $37 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 2026-01-31.

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.