Is there a direct train from Southend to Sheffield?

The journey between Southend and Sheffield usually involves 5 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Southend to Sheffield every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Southend to Sheffield?

The Southend to Sheffield train travel takes about 3 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Southend to Sheffield train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Sheffield leaving Southend at around 04:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:43.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Southend at around 04:34, with the final departure at 20:07.

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

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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.

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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.

Frequently asked questions

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.

Sheffield to Southend by train

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