How to travel from Brighton to Sheffield

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Compare train and bus for Brighton to Sheffield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč888 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 56m. 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 Kč888, while a train costs an average of Kč2552.

Distance: 185 miles (298 km)

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

Kč2552

Average price

Kč888

Average price

Cheapest

Kč1660

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 26m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 26m

Average total duration

7h 56m

Onboard

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30m

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4h 10m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Sheffield is a bus with an average price of Kč888.

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Sheffield:

A bus is Kč1664 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Sheffield costing on average Kč2552.

The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Sheffield is by train with an average journey time of 3h 56m.

Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Sheffield including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brighton to Sheffield among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 44m sooner (3h 26m by train vs 4h 10m by car). Tickets start at around Kč2552 compared to roughly Kč1660 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.

Travel options
from Brighton to Sheffield

How to get from Brighton to Sheffield by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Brighton to Sheffield is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:00 PM8h55
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    10:55 PMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    4531One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:00 PM8h55
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    10:55 PMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    4531One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • East Midlands RailwayW70967+ThameslinkW45479
    9:14 AM3h47
    Brighton station (BTN)
    1:01 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    8681One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • East Midlands RailwayW70972+ThameslinkW45493
    10:14 AM3h50
    Brighton station (BTN)
    2:04 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    6221One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC21762+ThameslinkW45428
    9:44 AM3h57
    Brighton station (BTN)
    1:41 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    6221One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayW70975+ThameslinkW45425
    10:44 AM3h57
    Brighton station (BTN)
    2:41 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    6221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:45 PM9h10
    Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road
    10:55 PMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    4791One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:15 PM9h10
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    1:25 AMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    4791One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:05 PM9h20
    Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road
    1:25 AMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    4791One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Brighton to Sheffield

Travel to Sheffield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brighton to Sheffield.

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There are 2 options to travel between Brighton and Sheffield including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Sheffield is a bus with an average price of Kč593.

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Sheffield:

A bus is Kč1008 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Sheffield costing on average Kč1601.

The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Sheffield is by train with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 1m.

The distance from Brighton to Sheffield is approximately 185 miles (298 km).
The average frequency per day from Brighton to Sheffield is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brighton and Sheffield as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brighton to Sheffield:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brighton station (BTN) and arrive in Sheffield station (SHF).
  • Buses mostly depart from Brighton, Preston Circus and arrive in Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brighton to Sheffield, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, Thameslink to go to Sheffield by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Sheffield by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Brighton to Sheffield often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sheffield and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sheffield to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sheffield, you can explore the Peak District National Park for hiking and stunning landscapes, visit the Sheffield Winter Garden with its exotic plants, and enjoy art at the Graves Gallery. The Rivelin Valley Nature Trail offers a scenic walk with waterfalls and wildlife, while the Crucible Theatre hosts various performances, including the World Snooker Championship. For sightseeing, the Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Kelham Island Museum provide insights into plant diversity and steelmaking history. The Millennium Gallery showcases metalwork and contemporary art, and Sheffield Cathedral and Weston Park Museum offer rich historical experiences.
To explore Sheffield's main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience cultural highlights, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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