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Peterborough to Sheffield train prices and times

Planning a journey from Peterborough to Sheffield? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £6.75, with average prices for this route around £11.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Thu, Jun 12
    From £6.75
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From £10.90
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From £10.90
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From £10.90
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From £8.15
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From £8.15
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From £10.90
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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06:48
Peterborough
08:43
Sheffield
1h 55m, No directLNERNorthern
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07:09
Peterborough
08:48
Sheffield
1h 39m, No directLNERNorthern
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07:24
Peterborough
09:39
Sheffield
2h 15m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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07:26
Peterborough
09:09
Sheffield
1h 43m, No directLNERTransPennine Express
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08:00
Peterborough
09:45
Sheffield
1h 45m, No directLNERNorthern
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08:18
Peterborough
09:49
Paris
1h 31m, No directLNERNorthern
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Peterborough to Sheffield train route details

First train
First train
06:48
Last train
Last train
22:48
Departure station
Departure station
Peterborough
Arrival station
Arrival station
Sheffield
Journey time
Journey time
1h 23m
Distance
Distance
76 miles
Price
Price
£6.75*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Peterborough to Sheffield

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Peterborough to Sheffield can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Peterborough to Sheffield, 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 Peterborough to Sheffield ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Peterborough to Sheffield more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.