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Eton College Museum of Antiquities
Historic Eton museum exploring school life, traditions, and objects linked to one of Britain's best-known colleges.
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€78
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Slough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Slough will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from Sheffield to Slough without transferring at least once.
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C37242
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C37268
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C37485
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W45487+
C37161
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C47876
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
C48213Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 134 miles (217 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€70 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to Slough:
A bus is €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to Slough costing on average €70.
Other travel options to Slough take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 4m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (2h 52m by train vs 3h 2m by car). Tickets start at around €70 compared to roughly €48 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.
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 Sheffield to Slough trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W70753+ C09977+ C37231 | 4:32 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h45 | 8:17 AM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
W70756+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ C48201 | 5:30 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h22 | 8:52 AM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
C21676+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ C48204 | 5:56 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h29 | 9:25 AM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
W70763+ G01000+ C37459 | 6:30 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h50 | 10:20 AM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
W70763+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ G15422 | 6:30 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h23 | 9:53 AM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
C21670+ C09950+ C37183 | 7:00 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h17 | 10:17 AM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
C21667+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ C48211 | 7:59 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h26 | 11:25 AM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
W29925+ C47876 | 8:23 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h10 | 11:33 AM Slough station (SLO) | 1 transfer | |
W70775+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ C48213 | 8:35 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h18 | 11:53 AM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
C21663+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ G15434 | 9:00 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h24 | 12:24 PM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
W70781+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ C48217 | 9:35 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h19 | 12:54 PM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
W70784+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ C48219 | 10:00 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h25 | 1:25 PM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
C21655+ C37242+ C10092 | 2:00 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h18 | 5:18 PM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
W29935+ C37815 | 2:24 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h30 | 5:54 PM Slough station (SLO) | 1 transfer | |
G00706+ G07999+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C37265 | 2:32 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h40 | 6:12 PM Slough station (SLO) | 3 transfers | |
W70812+ W45397+ C37268 | 3:00 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h19 | 6:19 PM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
G01186+ C37485 | 3:23 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h28 | 6:51 PM Slough station (SLO) | 1 transfer | |
C21666+ W45487+ C37161 | 3:35 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h14 | 6:49 PM Slough station (SLO) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Sheffield to Slough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:43, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (217 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 134 miles (217 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 2:43 AM |
Last train 10:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Slough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Slough trip today.
Historic Eton museum exploring school life, traditions, and objects linked to one of Britain's best-known colleges.
Museum in nearby Windsor Castle displaying armour, uniforms, and military history linked to the Household Cavalry.
Noted modern and contemporary art gallery at nearby Eton College, presenting ambitious exhibitions in a refined setting.
Expansive country park on Slough's edge with lakes, paths, and wildlife habitats popular for walking and birdwatching.
Historic common and parkland near Slough with ponds, open space, and easy walking routes through Windsor's landscape.
Central cultural hub with library, performance venue, and public space, popular for events and a modern view of Slough.
A classic British breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple in cafés across Slough and a familiar local weekend meal.
A Punjabi-influenced chickpea curry served with fluffy fried bread. Popular in Slough's large South Asian community and widely eaten for breakfast or lunch.
Boneless chicken in a creamy tomato sauce, usually served with rice or naan. A much-loved British curry house favourite commonly eaten in Slough.
Upscale Indian restaurant known for refined curries, tandoori dishes and polished service in an elegant setting.
Well-known pub restaurant by Stoke Poges serving British classics, grills and ales in a traditional country setting.
Long-established South Indian vegetarian venue popular for dosas, thalis and sweets in a busy, casual atmosphere.
Moderate for the South East. Hotels can be pricey near Heathrow, but dining and local transit are usually cheaper than central London.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Slough Railway Station -> Slough Bus Station, Slough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sheffield to Slough trains use the Sheffield to Slough station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Slough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Slough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Moon and Spoon, The Red Lion
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Slough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Slough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Slough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Slough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Slough: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor, Moxy Slough, Travelodge Slough.
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