Lowestoft to Sheffield by train

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Overview: trains from Lowestoft to Sheffield

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lowestoft to Sheffield, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:37 View journey
Last train 23:38 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 20m View journey
Distance (km) 238
Trains / day 12 View all
Cheapest journey CA$133.25 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 32m
Train operators 4

Explore Lowestoft to Sheffield by train

Thinking about travelling from Lowestoft to Sheffield by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of train travel from Lowestoft to Sheffield

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Lowestoft to Sheffield:

  • Cheapest ticket: CA$133.25

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Departure frequency and timetable from Lowestoft to Sheffield

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Lowestoft to Sheffield:

  • 05:37 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:30 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:38 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:38 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 1 hour and 1 minute from Lowestoft toward Sheffield.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 12 trains serving this route each day.

Train duration for trips from Lowestoft to Sheffield

The swiftest journey time on this route is 4 hours and 20 minutes, crossing a total distance of 238 kilometres.

When are tickets between Lowestoft and Sheffield available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Lowestoft and Sheffield can be purchased 4 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Lowestoft to Sheffield

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Sheffield city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Lowestoft to Sheffield

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

The distance between Lowestoft and Sheffield is 238 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.