What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield is to rideshare which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield?

The fastest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester (Station) and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Rutland Street and arriving at Waingate/CG19 via Asda and Meadowhall Interchange/A3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester (Station) and Sheffield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Sheffield. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield?

The distance between Leicester (Station) and Sheffield is 66 miles. The road distance is 63.9 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £30 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield?

The train from Leicester to Sheffield takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leicester (Station) to Sheffield bus from?

Leicester (Station) to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Asda station.

Where do I catch the Leicester (Station) to Sheffield train from?

Leicester (Station) to Sheffield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £21 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Leicester (Station) to Sheffield bus arrive?

Leicester (Station) to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Leicester (Station) to Sheffield train arrive?

Leicester (Station) to Sheffield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester (Station) to Sheffield is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield?

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Where can I stay near Sheffield?

There are 1725+ hotels available in Sheffield.

Can I share a ride from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leicester (Station) and Sheffield. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leicester (Station) to Sheffield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester (Station) to Sheffield by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 7m
£30–50
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leicestershire to Sheffieldrideshare 64.6 mi
1h 49m
£6–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Asda to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Uk010 / ...
2h 27m
£13–21
Drive 63.6 mi
1. Drive from Leicester (Station) to Sheffieldcar 63.6 mi
1h 19m
£16–23

Leicester (Station) to Sheffield by train

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Distance: 65.4 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Leicester (Station), Leicester, England and Sheffield, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Asda to Meadowhall Interchange/B1 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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