The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Grantham
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Grantham will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sheffield for Grantham on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.
7:40 AM1h29Sheffield9:09 AMGrantham$311One-way0 transfers
7:40 AM1h29Sheffield9:09 AMGrantham$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Sheffield to Grantham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Grantham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 12m by train vs 1h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $21 (€17) 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_trains.
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.
Live departures
Sheffield to Grantham train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Grantham trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 AM Sheffield | 1h29 | 9:09 AM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Sheffield to Grantham by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Grantham
Trains from Sheffield to Grantham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 5:41 AM |
Last train 10:51 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield to Grantham trainsEast Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield and Grantham from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Grantham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Grantham 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 Grantham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sheffield to Grantham
Most Sheffield to Grantham trains use the Sheffield to Grantham station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Grantham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Grantham leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Grantham station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Getting to Grantham from Grantham city centre
Grantham train station facilities and services
Grantham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grantham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Grantham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grantham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grantham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grantham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grantham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable, 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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