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Trains to Sheffield from Kentish Town

First train

04:06

Last train

20:37

Departure stationKentish Town
Arrival stationSheffield
Journey time

From 2h 21m

Distance

138 miles (222 km)

Frequency

27 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from Kentish Town to Sheffield?

Get from Kentish Town to Sheffield in as little as 2 hours 21 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Kentish Town to Sheffield takes around 2 hours 48 minutes. There are around 27 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Kentish Town and Sheffield, you'll need to make 1 change.

Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink and TransPennine Express.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Kentish Town to Sheffield?

Want to know more about your journey from Kentish Town to Sheffield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Sheffield from Kentish Town?

To travel to Sheffield from Kentish Town, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 48 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 21 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Kentish Town to Sheffield?

Trains from Kentish Town to Sheffield take an average of 2 hours and 48 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 21 minutes. You'll usually find 27 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Kentish Town and Sheffield by train?

The quickest journey time between Kentish Town and Sheffield by train is 2 hours and 21 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Kentish Town to Sheffield?

No, there are no direct trains running from Kentish Town to Sheffield, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Kentish Town to Sheffield?

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Kentish Town to Sheffield is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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