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.

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 .

Which train operators service the Leicester to Sheffield route?

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

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.

Train Leicester to Sheffield from $9

Next train departures

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:06pm	Leicester	55m	9:01pm	Sheffield	Cheapest
	Train	8:06pm	Leicester	55m	9:01pm	Sheffield	Fastest

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:49am	Leicester	1h 27m	11:16am	Sheffield	CheapestFastest
Train	9:49am	Leicester	1h 27m	11:16am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	10:54am	Leicester	1h 28m	12:22pm	Sheffield	No tags
Train	10:54am	Leicester	1h 28m	12:22pm	Sheffield	No tags
Train	11:44am	Leicester	1h 49m	1:33pm	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Leicester	1h 2m	8:45am	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	9:09am	Leicester	52m	10:01am	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Leicester	56m	8:02am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	7:06am	Leicester	56m	8:02am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	7:43am	Leicester	1h 2m	8:45am	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Leicester	1h 2m	8:45am	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	9:09am	Leicester	52m	10:01am	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Leicester	56m	8:02am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	7:06am	Leicester	56m	8:02am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	7:43am	Leicester	1h 2m	8:45am	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Leicester	1h 2m	8:45am	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	9:09am	Leicester	52m	10:01am	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Leicester	56m	8:02am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	7:06am	Leicester	56m	8:02am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	7:43am	Leicester	1h 2m	8:45am	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Leicester	1h 2m	8:45am	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	9:09am	Leicester	52m	10:01am	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Leicester	56m	8:02am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	7:06am	Leicester	56m	8:02am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	7:43am	Leicester	1h 2m	8:45am	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Leicester	1h 2m	8:45am	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	9:09am	Leicester	52m	10:01am	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Leicester	56m	8:02am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	7:06am	Leicester	56m	8:02am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	7:43am	Leicester	1h 2m	8:45am	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:07am	Leicester	1h 12m	8:19am	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	10:06am	Leicester	52m	10:58am	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Leicester	1h 12m	8:19am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	8:07am	Leicester	1h 5m	9:12am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	8:07am	Leicester	1h 5m	9:12am	Sheffield	No tags

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	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $29	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $135	Average Duration1h 2m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $12	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. Travelers 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 $10

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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.

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.
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.
Which train operators service the Leicester to Sheffield route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
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

The 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.