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Outbound fromSouthampton to Sheffield by train
It takes an average of 6h 1m to travel from Southampton to Sheffield by train, over a distance of around 171 miles (275 km). There are normally 45 trains per day travelling from Southampton to Sheffield and tickets for this journey start from £32.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:37 | |
| Departure station | Southampton | |
| Arrival station | Sheffield | |
| Journey time | From 3h 53m | |
| Distance | 171 miles (275 km) | |
| Frequency | 45 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £32.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern |
Travelling from Southampton to Sheffield by train
Looking to travel from Southampton to Sheffield by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 1 minute to travel from Southampton to Sheffield by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 53 minutes though. You'll usually find 45 trains per day running along the 171 miles (275 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Sheffield, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or South Western Railway to get to Sheffield. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Southampton to Sheffield in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £32.50.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Southampton to Sheffield
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Southampton to Sheffield is right for you.
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.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.