Southend to Sheffield by train

  • First train
    04:30
  • Last train
    23:43
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    3hr 33m
  • Distance
    252 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    29
  • Avg. journey time
    4hr 17m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

At Rail Europe we believe in price transparency. We use real data from Rail Europe searches to estimate the cheapest fares you should be able to find for your journey.

The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

Prices are sourced in GBP and converted to other currencies using the daily market exchange rate.

We're always seeking to improve how price-checking works, and we welcome feedback on how we can make it better.

Discover Southend to Sheffield by train

Planning a train adventure from Southend to Sheffield? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost between Southend to Sheffield

Getting from Southend to Sheffield by rail typically costs £108.00, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train times for travel between Southend and Sheffield

If you are taking the train from Southend to Sheffield, you will have 29 trains each day (with a departure every 28 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 04:30. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:43. On weekends, the first train departs at 04:34, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 20:07.

Average train travel time and distance from Southend to Sheffield

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 33 minutes, spanning 252 kilometres in total.

Booking Southend to Sheffield trains in advance

Booking your Southend to Sheffield tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Southend and Sheffield by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

Learn even more about travelling from Southend to Sheffield by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Sheffield.

FAQs about the train journey from Southend to Sheffield

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

What’s the distance from Southend to Sheffield by train?

The train route from Southend to Sheffield covers 252 kilometres.

How much does the train from Southend to Sheffield cost?

The minimum fare on this route is £108.00. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Southend to Sheffield?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Southend to Sheffield by train?

The fastest journey time is 3 hours and 33 minutes.

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