London Kings Cross to Sheffield Trains From £22.90*

Take the train from London Kings Cross to Sheffield with East Midlands Railway in around 2 hours 24 minutes. From London to Sheffield, you can travel between two major English cities within two and a half hours on EMR trains. Along the route, you’ll see rolling English countryside from your window, ending up with views of the Peak District National Park as you get closer to your destination.

East Midlands Railway is a major operator of short- and long-distance services around the Midlands and beyond. Its trains connect cities like Nottingham, Peterborough, Lincoln, Leicester and Birmingham, with London and locations in the North of England. To get the best prices for your trip, make sure to book in advance with TrainPal to buy cheap tickets online.

Departing from London Kings Cross

London Kings Cross is a well-connected central London station, with outstanding bus and underground connections for getting to the start of your journey. Situated on the heart of the capital, London Kings Cross is an iconic station, close to London landmarks such as the British Library and British Museum. From Kings Cross, you’ll first need to walk to London St Pancras, just a few metres away, from where your first EMR train will depart.

Travellers from London Kings Cross and St Pancras can get to places like Leeds, Edinburgh, Peterborough, Cambridge, Leicester, Brighton, and Hull. The main train operating companies active in Kings Cross are LNER, Thameslink, and Grand Central.

Main stops

On your EMR train route from London to Sheffield, you will stop at places like Leicester, Loughborough, East Midlands Parkway, Long Eaton, Derby, and Chesterfield, before arriving into Sheffield, where the train will terminate.

Arriving at Sheffield

Located right in the heart of Sheffield city centre, Sheffield Station has excellent onward travel options for passengers arriving from London Kings Cross. Whether by tram, bus, or taxi, you’ll easily be able to continue your journey. You’ll also be just a short walk from major Sheffield destinations, including the Crucible Theatre and Millennium Gallery.

Sheffield is a busy station in South Yorkshire, serving as a terminus on the EMR London St Pancras to Sheffield route, as well as connecting places like Leeds, Crewe, Edinburgh, and Lincoln. The station is served by operators including CrossCountry, EMR and Northern.

East Midlands Railway train classes

• Standard Class: For access to everything you need for a comfortable journey, but at a more economical price, buy cheap train tickets in EMR Standard Class. From plug sockets for charging your phone or laptop, to tables and free Wi-Fi, you’ll be able to get some work done, or kick back and enjoy the view from your window.
• First Class: With spacious seats, a guaranteed table and quieter carriages, this is the most comfortable way to enjoy your journey from London to Sheffield. First Class passengers can also benefit from light food and refreshments served at their table.

East Midlands Railway train travel advice

• Passenger Assist: Arrange free assistance with EMR before you travel, whether it’s to reserve a wheelchair space, get detailed rail info, or book help boarding your train.
• Bicycles: Bring your bike onboard EMR services, with free and mandatory reservations. Passengers can travel with standard bikes, folding bikes, tandems, and e-bikes, but not motorcycles, tricycles, or e-scooters.
• Children: Under 5s go free with East Midlands Railway, perfect for cheap family days out by train. There’s 50% off too for those aged 5 to 15.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel with East Midlands Railway for free, subject to certain restrictions. Each human passenger can be responsible for no more than two pets.
• Luggage: Board with up to two pieces of luggage at no extra cost, subject to size restrictions.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.