Train from Leicester to Sheffield: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 7
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East Midlands RailwayTrain
Leicester
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Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:27 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Sheffield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 10mAverage Duration
54 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$11 - $29Average Duration2h 5m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$10 - $135Average Duration1h 2m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$7 - $12Average Duration1h 10m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to Sheffield by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Sheffield?

    The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Sheffield start from $10. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Leicester to Sheffield is 1h 2m, covering a distance of 54 miles (87 km). The quickest train can get you there in 52m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.

  3. Which train operators service the Leicester to Sheffield route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to Sheffield?

    The earliest train departs from Leicester to Sheffield at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 10:08pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/04
$27
12/05
$27
Today
$52
12/07
$11
12/08
$27
12/09
$16
12/10
$16
12/11
$16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to Sheffield was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $11

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 $11 to $129 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 $11 which is on 2025-12-07.

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