London St Pancras International to Sheffield Trains From €13.20*

Getting from London St Pancras International to Sheffield is quick and easy with direct East Midlands Railway trains that take under two hours.

Travelling from London to Sheffield takes on average 1 hour 59 minutes with EMR services that run regularly from London St Pancras. To make the most of your trip, buy cheap tickets by booking in advance with TrainPal. Then sit back and enjoy the views of Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Northamptonshire countryside, and, as you approach Sheffield, of the Peak District National Park.

East Midlands Railway is a train operating company that specialises in connecting major cities around the East Midlands from Nottingham, Lincoln and Peterborough, to Derby, Leicester and Birmingham. With frequent services to and from London, EMR runs a comprehensive network of trains.

Departing from London St Pancras International

Your journey to Sheffield couldn’t start at a better station than London St Pancras, one of the UK’s major international transport hubs. Conveniently situated next to Kings Cross, London St Pancras has excellent underground and bus connections with all corners of the capital.

Before you board, spend some time in the station’s array of shops and food stalls, or make use of London St Pancras’ award-winning loos. With free water refills and fast free Wi-Fi, you’ll have everything you need while waiting for your train.

London St Pancras links London to cities across the UK, notably Brighton, Sheffield and Leicester. Major operators at St Pancras include East Midlands Railway, Thameslink and Southeastern.

Main stops

From London to Sheffield on an EMR service, you will stop at some or all of Leicester, Loughborough, East Midlands Parkway, Long Eaton and Derby before reaching Sheffield, which is the destination of the train.

Arriving at Sheffield

Arriving from London to Sheffield you will be smack bang in the middle of the Steel City, perfectly placed to continue your journey or explore Sheffield’s many charms.

Travel by frequent trams or bus around the city, or simply stroll to your next destination, whether it’s the magnificent Sheffield Cathedral or the wide range of independent bars and restaurants within easy reach of the station.

From Sheffield, you can catch frequent trains to places like Edinburgh, Leeds, Huddersfield and Lincoln on services run by CrossCountry, EMR and Northern.

East Midlands Railway train classes

• Standard Class: The most frequent choice for travelling from London St Pancras to Sheffield, Standard Class passengers have access to plug sockets, seat reservations, free WiFi and luggage space on EMR trains.
• First Class: If you’re looking for a more luxurious travel experience with EMR, choose a London St Pancras to Sheffield First Class ticket for spacious seats, quieter carriages, a guaranteed table, and light food and refreshments served at your seat.

East Midlands Railway train travel advice

Before you travel with East Midlands Railway, it is helpful to know the operator’s rules regarding luggage, bikes, pets and more.

• Bicycles: EMR passengers can bring a bike onboard with a reserved bicycle place, perfect for those planning trips along Sheffield’s many cycle routes.
• Passenger Assist: If you require assistance on your journey, you should contact EMR Passenger Assist prior to your journey, whether you want to reserve a wheelchair space or need help boarding the train.
• Pets: Dogs go free with EMR! Subject to restrictions, each human passenger can accompany up to two canine friends at no extra cost.
• Children: There’s no need to pay full price for children on EMR services, with free tickets for under 5s and 50% off for those aged 5 to 15.
• Luggage: When travelling with East Midlands Railway, passengers can have up to two items of luggage for free, subject to size restrictions.

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