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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Sheffield to Leicester, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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77 060 IDR
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Sheffield to Leicester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Sheffield to Leicester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 64 951 IDR, with average prices for this route around 824 321 IDR. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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23:14
6 timme, Changes required
Sheffield
05:14
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Leicester
East Midlands Railway
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23:39
6 timme 5 minut, Changes required
Sheffield
05:44
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East Midlands Railway
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Sheffield to Leicester Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:58
Last train
Last train
23:39
Departure station
Departure station
Sheffield
Arrival station
Arrival station
Leicester
Journey time
Journey time
52 minut
Distance
Distance
87 km
Price
Price
64 951 IDR*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Leicester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Sheffield to Leicester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Sheffield to Leicester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Sheffield to Leicester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Sheffield to Leicester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Sheffield to Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Sheffield to Leicester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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