The average train between Lowestoft and Sheffield takes 5h 2m and the fastest train takes 4h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Lowestoft to Sheffield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Lowestoft and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lowestoft is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 9:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Norwich and take an average of 5h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Lowestoft to Sheffield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft station and arriving at Sheffield station via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
Lowestoft to Sheffield train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Lowestoft station.
Lowestoft to Sheffield train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Lowestoft to Sheffield train tickets online with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railways and 5 other operators.
The distance between Lowestoft and Sheffield is 238.1 km. The road distance is 329 km.
You can take a train from Lowestoft to Sheffield via Norwich, Peterborough, and Doncaster in around 4h 46m.