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Weston Park Museum
Major museum with art, archaeology, social history, and metalwork collections, offering one of the best introductions to Sheffield’s story.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$112
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$160
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 19
21
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Sheffield will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 21 trains from Exeter to Sheffield, including 10 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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G01079Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, while a train costs an average of $186.
Distance: 203 miles (328 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$186 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Sheffield:
A bus is $123 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Sheffield costing on average $181.
A bus is $128 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Sheffield costing on average $186.
Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 7m.
Bus takes on average 7h 29m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (4h 7m by train vs 4h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $186 compared to roughly $86 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Sheffield trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Y80260+ G01082 | Delayed 12:44 PM 1:42 PMExeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h36 | 6:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
G01082 | Delayed 1:29 PM 2:27 PMExeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h51 | 6:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80266+ G01083 | On time 2:43 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h35 | 7:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
G01083 | On time 3:27 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h51 | 7:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80272+ G00723 | On time 3:42 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h36 | 8:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
G00723 | On time 4:27 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h51 | 8:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80279+ G00730 | On time 5:06 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h13 | 9:19 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
W34593+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ C04182 | On time 5:15 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h26 | 10:41 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 transfers | |
Y80282+ G00735 | On time 5:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h54 | 10:25 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
Y41865+ G01065 | 8:08 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h11 | 12:19 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
G01065 | 8:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h52 | 12:19 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42473+ G01068 | 9:06 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h12 | 1:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
G01068 | 9:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h51 | 1:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42475+ G01070 | 10:06 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h12 | 2:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
G01070 | 10:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h51 | 2:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80242+ G01072 | 10:43 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h36 | 3:19 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
G01072 | 11:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h52 | 3:19 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42476+ G01076 | 11:43 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h35 | 4:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
G01076 | 12:27 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h51 | 4:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80255+ G01079 | 12:43 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 4h35 | 5:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
G01079 | 1:27 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h51 | 5:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Exeter to Sheffield run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 but you can travel from only $26 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (328 km) distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 203 miles (328 km) |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 12:42 AM |
Last train 10:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Sheffield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sheffield trip today.
Major museum with art, archaeology, social history, and metalwork collections, offering one of the best introductions to Sheffield’s story.
Industrial museum on an island in the River Don, exploring steelmaking, power, and local trades in Sheffield’s famous manufacturing quarter.
Contemporary art gallery with changing exhibitions by international and regional artists, set in a striking modern building near the station.
Revived industrial neighborhood packed with heritage buildings, canalside walks, creative businesses, and one of Sheffield’s most popular urban scenes.
Large botanical garden with themed planting, glass pavilions, and peaceful paths, ideal for relaxing near the city’s southwest suburbs.
Popular hilltop park and viewpoint offering expansive city panoramas, woodland paths, gardens, and a classic place to watch the sunset.
Henderson's Relish is Sheffield's iconic spicy condiment, made in the city since 1885 and splashed on pies, stews, chips, and sandwiches.
Pork sandwiches are a South Yorkshire staple: sliced roast pork in a bread cake, often with stuffing, apple sauce, and crackling.
A bread cake filled with chips is a beloved northern comfort food, cheap and filling, and widely eaten in Sheffield chip shops.
Refined British tasting menus in an elegant city-centre dining room. One of Sheffield's best-known fine dining restaurants.
Historic pub famed for traditional British food and a strong cask ale selection. Atmospheric and popular with locals and visitors.
Kelham Island favourite serving modern British comfort food and quality drinks in a stylish but relaxed setting.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while buses, cafes, and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Sheffield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Exeter to Sheffield trains use the Exeter St Davids to Sheffield station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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