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Outbound fromSheffield to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 4h 43m to travel from Sheffield to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 163 miles (262 km). There are normally 113 trains per day travelling from Sheffield to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £21.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:42 | |
| Departure station | Sheffield | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 3h 3m | |
| Distance | 163 miles (262 km) | |
| Frequency | 113 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £21.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
Travel from Sheffield to Gatwick Airport by train in 3 hours 3 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Sheffield to Gatwick Airport by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Sheffield to Gatwick Airport by train is 4 hours 43 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 3 minutes. You'll usually find 113 trains per day travelling the 163 miles (262 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Gatwick Airport. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway on your way to Gatwick Airport, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Sheffield to Gatwick Airport start from £21.80 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Gatwick Airport, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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Cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Gatwick Airport
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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