The average train between Thetford and Sheffield takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Thetford to Sheffield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Thetford and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thetford is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Thetford to Sheffield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Thetford to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Thetford station and arriving at Sheffield station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Thetford to Sheffield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Thetford station.
Thetford to Sheffield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Thetford to Sheffield train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Thetford and Sheffield is 183.4 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Thetford to Sheffield via Peterborough and Doncaster in around 2h 36m.