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It takes an average of 5h 16m to travel from Brighton to Sheffield by train, over a distance of around 185 miles (297 km). There are normally 72 trains per day travelling from Brighton to Sheffield and tickets for this journey start from £24.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:02 | |
| Departure station | Brighton | |
| Arrival station | Sheffield | |
| Journey time | From 3h 41m | |
| Distance | 185 miles (297 km) | |
| Frequency | 72 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £24.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Gatwick Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
How to travel from Brighton to Sheffield by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Brighton to Sheffield? Look no further.
You'll usually find 72 trains per day running between Brighton and Sheffield, which usually take 5 hours 16 minutes to complete the 185 miles (297 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 41 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. London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway 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 Brighton to Sheffield start from £24.40 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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Want to know more about your journey from Brighton to Sheffield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Brighton to Sheffield?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.