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Outbound fromAshford International to Sheffield by train
It takes an average of 4h 30m to travel from Ashford International to Sheffield by train, over a distance of around 183 miles (295 km). There are normally 41 trains per day travelling from Ashford International to Sheffield and tickets for this journey start from £33.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:30 | |
| Departure station | Ashford International | |
| Arrival station | Sheffield | |
| Journey time | From 2h 55m | |
| Distance | 183 miles (295 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £33.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink |
How to travel from Ashford International to Sheffield by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Ashford International to Sheffield? Look no further.
You'll usually find 41 trains per day running between Ashford International and Sheffield, which usually take 4 hours 30 minutes to complete the 183 miles (295 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 55 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Sheffield by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Ashford International to Sheffield start from £33.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Sheffield? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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