The average train between Rochester and Sheffield takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochester 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 Rochester and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 7:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Sheffield station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Rochester to Sheffield train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Sheffield train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Rochester to Sheffield train tickets online with Southeastern and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Rochester and Sheffield is 259.1 km. The road distance is 316 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Sheffield via London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 13m.