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Sheffield to Leigh Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Sheffield to Leigh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as JPY 7,397, with average prices for this route around JPY 15,111.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
13:37 3 hours 44 minutes, Changes required Sheffield	17:21 Leigh (Kent)	Find Tickets
13:39 4 hours 12 minutes, Changes required Sheffield	17:51 Leigh (Kent)	Find Tickets
14:00 3 hours 51 minutes, Changes required Sheffield	17:51 Leigh (Kent)	Find Tickets
14:11 4 hours 19 minutes, Changes required Sheffield	18:30 Leigh (Kent)	Find Tickets
14:37 3 hours 53 minutes, Changes required Sheffield	18:30 Leigh (Kent)	Find Tickets
15:00 3 hours 44 minutes, Changes required Sheffield	18:44 Paris	Find Tickets

Sheffield to Leigh Train Route Details

First train

04:58

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Sheffield

Arrival station

Leigh

Journey time

3 hours 28 minutes

Distance

250 km

Price

JPY 7,397*

Train operators

Southeastern, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Leigh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Sheffield to Leigh can result in significant cost savings.

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 Leigh 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 to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Sheffield to Leigh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 Leigh 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

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Sheffield to Leigh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Sheffield to Leigh 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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Sheffield to Leigh Train prices and times

Sheffield to Leigh Train Route Details