The average train between Sheffield and Kent takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield to Kent. 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 Sheffield and Kent. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Kent at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sheffield to Kent? 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 Sheffield to Kent. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Kent station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.
Sheffield to Kent train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Kent train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Sheffield to Kent train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Southeastern.
The distance between Sheffield and Kent is 279.7 km. The road distance is 370 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Lenham via London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International in around 3h 44m.