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Trains from Reading to Sheffield (SHF)

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48

train journeys
per day

134

miles (216 kms)

2hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

02:24 / 00:30

first / last train

5

direct trains

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading to Sheffield (SHF)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Sheffield , with 5 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Sheffield is approximately 134 miles (216 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 22 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Sheffield.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Sheffield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Sheffield Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    02:24
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    07:43
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:54
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    08:02
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:07
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    09:18
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    09:43
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    3 hrs 3 mins Direct
    09:48
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:17
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:20
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:42
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:51
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    11:18
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:20
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:42
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:41
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:16
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    12:19
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:20
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:42
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:47
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    13:17
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:14
    3 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    14:18
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    14:42
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 2 mins Direct
    14:47
    Reading
    Sheffield
    Reading to Sheffield

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Sheffield

The travel time between Reading and Sheffield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Sheffield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

First class tickets on trains between Reading and Sheffield typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Reading and Sheffield can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 5 direct services per day from Reading to Sheffield

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Sheffield.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Reading and Sheffield, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.