- Must visit
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 20
kr79
Average ticket price on Sep 20
kr233
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 20
15
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Sheffield will cost around kr233 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr79.
It's difficult to get from Leicester to Sheffield without transferring at least once.
EM726800 · C21816
EM733900 · C21759
EM733600 · W71000
EM733400 · W71005
EM734300 · C21757
EM734500 · W70980
EM733900 · C21759
EM734800 · W70973
EM739500 · W70947
EM726700 · C04191Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr94 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr94, while a train costs an average of kr187.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr187 Average price | kr94 Average price Cheapest | kr153 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Sheffield:
A bus is kr93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Sheffield costing on average kr187.
Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 14m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (1h 3m by train vs 1h 23m by car). Tickets start at around kr187 compared to roughly kr153 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 East Midlands Railway.
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 Leicester to Sheffield trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EM704100 · W70941 | On time 5:57 AM Syston station (SYS) | 2h37 | 8:34 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
EM704100 · C59763+ G01094 · G01056 | On time 5:57 AM Syston station (SYS) | 2h23 | 8:20 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3 transfers | |
XC002000 · G01057+ C17983 | On time 6:03 AM South Wigston (SWS) | 3h16 | 9:19 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 transfers | |
EM726400 · W70949+ XC003900 | 7:51 AM South Wigston (SWS) | 2h38 | 10:29 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 transfers | |
EM726400 · W70949 | On time 8:15 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h14 | 10:29 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
XC033500 · G01061+ C17762 | On time 8:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h29 | 11:19 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 transfers | |
EM726000 · W70954 | On time 9:36 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h52 | 11:28 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
EM725700 · C21563 | On time 10:36 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h53 | 12:29 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
XC033300 · G01068+ C17859 | On time 10:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h28 | 1:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 transfers | |
EM725400 · C21565 | On time 11:36 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h52 | 1:28 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
EM724400 · C21568 | On time 2:36 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h52 | 4:28 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
XC031800 · G01079+ C17988 | On time 2:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h28 | 5:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 transfers | |
EM724100 · C21570 | On time 3:36 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h59 | 5:35 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
EM724100 · C21570+ G00714 | On time 3:36 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h51 | 5:27 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 transfers | |
EM723800 · C21572 | On time 4:36 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h53 | 6:29 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
XC031400 · G01084+ C17955 | On time 4:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h28 | 7:18 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Leicester to Sheffield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr66 but you can travel from only kr60 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:11, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price kr66 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 1:11 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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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Sheffield Station -> Sheffield Interchange, Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Sheffield trains use the Leicester to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. 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.
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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 main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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.
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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