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Sheffield to Leicester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Sheffield to Leicester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £3.40, with average prices for this route around £36.00.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
15:51 Sheffield	17:00 Leicester	1h 9m, Direct	Find Tickets
16:05 Sheffield	17:41 Leicester	1h 36m, Changes required	Find Tickets
16:51 Sheffield	17:57 Leicester	1h 6m, Direct	Find Tickets
17:06 Sheffield	18:41 Leicester	1h 35m, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:51 Sheffield	18:58 Leicester	1h 7m, Direct	Find Tickets
17:56 Sheffield	19:37 Paris	1h 41m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Sheffield to Leicester Train Route Details

First train

08:23

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Sheffield

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

1h 3m

Distance

55 miles

Price

£3.40*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Leicester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Sheffield to Leicester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Sheffield to Leicester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Sheffield to Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Sheffield to Leicester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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Sheffield to Leicester Train prices and times

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