Reading to Sheffield from $24: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• Onboard services for your train trip from Reading to Sheffield include catering options such as food and drink availability on selected services. Check with the operator for menus that may include sandwiches, snacks, and beverages; however, some operators like CrossCountry and East Midlands Railway have limited catering, so plan to bring snacks or meals if preferred.

• The train operators for this route include CrossCountry and East Midlands Railway. CrossCountry offers standard seating and First Class options, where First Class provides larger seat space, complimentary refreshments, and quieter environments. East Midlands Railway offers Standard Class and First Class seats as well, with first-class options including complimentary refreshments and more spacious seating. Visit their websites for more details: CrossCountry and East Midlands Railway.

• Upon arriving at Sheffield Station, you can leave your luggage in the left luggage facility, which is located near the ticket office. The station also has restrooms available for use. To navigate from Sheffield Station to the city center quickly, the best option is to take the tram. Board the tram service 2, which heads towards Meadowhall and takes about 10 minutes to reach the city center. Alternatively, bus numbers 5 and 20 also provide direct routes to various central locations.