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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield

Showing times and prices for Aug 25

Cheapest price

€21

Average price

€27

Fastest journey

1 h 15 m

Average duration

1 h 17 m

Trains per day

11

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Sheffield will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Manchester Airport to Sheffield without transferring at least once.

  • Transpennine ExpressC24590 · W84670
    9:44 AM1h25
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    11:09 AMSheffield station (SHF)
    211One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressG16000 · W84683
    11:44 AM1h25
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    1:09 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    211One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressC24597 · W84677
    10:44 AM1h25
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    12:09 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    211One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW84677+Northern RailG89581
    10:48 AM1h21
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    12:09 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    231One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW84670+Northern RailG89573
    9:48 AM1h21
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    11:09 AMSheffield station (SHF)
    231One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Sheffield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €10.

Distance: 54 km

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€17

Average price

€16

Average price

Cheapest

1h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 57m

Average total duration

2h 27m

Onboard

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30m

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Live departures

Manchester Airport to Sheffield train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Sheffield trains for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressG15888 · W84653
On time
6:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
8:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84653+Northern RailG89548
Delayed
6:12 AM 6:48 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
8:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85165+East Midlands RailwayC043447:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h30
8:34 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89552+East Midlands RailwayC043447:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h17
8:34 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15897 · W846587:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
9:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84658+Northern RailG895567:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
9:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89560+East Midlands RailwayC043478:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
9:33 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15896 · W846658:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
10:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84665+Northern RailG895648:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
10:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89569+East Midlands RailwayC043509:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
10:32 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24590 · W846709:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
11:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84670+Northern RailG895739:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
11:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89577+East Midlands RailwayC0435410:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
11:33 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24597 · W8467710:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
12:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84677+Northern RailG8958110:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
12:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89585+East Midlands RailwayC0435711:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
12:33 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16000 · W8468311:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
1:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89614+East Midlands RailwayC043652:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
3:32 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24619 · W847002:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h24
4:08 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84700+Northern RailG896172:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h20
4:08 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89541+East Midlands RailwayC043683:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
4:33 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16020 · W847053:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
5:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84705+Northern RailG895433:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
5:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89554+East Midlands RailwayC218065:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h23
6:40 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24637 · W847195:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
7:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84719+Northern RailG895585:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
7:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89562+East Midlands RailwayC215816:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h17
7:34 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16016 · W847256:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
8:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84725+Northern RailG895666:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
8:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89571+East Midlands RailwayC043807:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
8:33 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16001 · W847307:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h24
9:08 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84730+Northern RailG895757:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h20
9:08 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield

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Trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
54 km
Average train duration
1h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
1h 15m
First train
5:06 AM
Last train
8:50 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Sheffield trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Sheffield from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
€10
Transpennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
€13
East Midlands Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
€12
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
€15
Transport for Wales frequency
7 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
€30
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
€16
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Sheffield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Sheffield can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Airport to Sheffield is €17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield is 1h 15m to travel the 54 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield leaves at 5:06 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield leaves at 8:50 PM.
There are 11 trains a day from Manchester Airport to Sheffield which require at least one change with Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Manchester Airport to Sheffield. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 1h 15m
When taking a train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield, you can count on Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited for the best way to get you to Sheffield. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Manchester Airport and Sheffield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Sheffield from Manchester Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Airport and Sheffield including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Sheffield

Most Manchester Airport to Sheffield trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Sheffield
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre

Bus56 · 1m · €4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min

Sheffield train station facilities and services

Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Sheffield.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre

Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainSheffield - Leeds, Sheffield - Huddersfield, Nottingham - Leeds, Sheffield - Adwick, Lincoln Central - Leeds, Sheffield - Scarborough, Sheffield - Doncaster, Sheffield - Lockwood, Sheffield - York, Sheffield - Hull, Sheffield - Bridlington, Sheffield - Barnsley, Chesterfield - Leeds, Retford - Leeds, Sheffield - Wakefield Kirkgate, Lincoln Central - Huddersfield, Lincoln Central - Lockwood, Alfreton - Leeds, Sheffield - Penistone, Sheffield - Beverley, Retford - Meadowhall, Sheffield - Carlisle, Nottingham - Barnsley · 5m · €2 · every ~15 min
BusUk905 · 10m · €1
X17, 137, 65 · 18m · €4 · every ~7 min
X1, X2 · 19m · every ~13 min
65 · 22m · €4
70A, 70 · 48m · every ~3 min
TramBlue, Yell · 18m · every ~16 min

Meadowhall train station facilities and services

Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

WoodhouseWoodhouse station, Station Road, Woodhouse, South Yorkshire, S13 7RFParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre

Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - Lincoln Central, Sheffield - Lincoln Central, Sheffield - Retford, Sheffield - Worksop, Huddersfield - Lincoln Central, Lockwood - Lincoln Central · 10m · €3 · every ~2 min
Bus216, X5 · 21m · every ~7 min
52A · 31m · €5 · every ~11 min
52 · 34m · €5 · every ~13 min

Woodhouse train station facilities and services

Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Woodhouse: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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