4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Sheffield
Cheapest price on Sep 06
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 06
€8
Fastest journey on Sep 06
48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
52 m
Trains on Sep 06
5
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Sheffield will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 5 trains from Nottingham to Sheffield, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G8974811:19 AM0h55Nottingham station (NOT)12:14 PMSheffield station (SHF)€61One-way0 transfers
C215889:42 AM0h51Nottingham station (NOT)10:33 AMSheffield station (SHF)€61One-way0 transfers- C0444110:45 AM0h48Nottingham station (NOT)11:33 AMSheffield station (SHF)€61One-way0 transfers
- C0444211:43 AM0h51Nottingham station (NOT)12:34 PMSheffield station (SHF)€71One-way0 transfers
- G8974210:17 AM0h56Nottingham station (NOT)11:13 AMSheffield station (SHF)€141One-way0 transfers
- C0444110:45 AM0h48Nottingham station (NOT)11:33 AMSheffield station (SHF)€61One-way0 transfers
- C0444211:43 AM0h51Nottingham station (NOT)12:34 PMSheffield station (SHF)€71One-way0 transfers
- C215889:42 AM0h51Nottingham station (NOT)10:33 AMSheffield station (SHF)€61One-way0 transfers
- G8974811:19 AM0h55Nottingham station (NOT)12:14 PMSheffield station (SHF)€61One-way0 transfers
- G8974210:17 AM0h56Nottingham station (NOT)11:13 AMSheffield station (SHF)€141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, while a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Sheffield:
A bus is €0.83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Sheffield costing on average €8.
Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 28m.
Live departures
Nottingham to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Sheffield trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89726 | 7:18 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h58 | 8:16 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04445 | 7:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h55 | 8:40 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89730 | 8:18 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h55 | 9:13 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04448 | 8:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 9:39 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89736 | 9:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h56 | 10:13 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04451 | 9:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 10:39 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89741 | 10:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h55 | 11:12 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04454 | 10:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 11:39 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89747 | 11:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h56 | 12:13 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04457 | 11:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 12:39 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89753 | 12:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h56 | 1:13 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04459 | 12:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 1:39 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89759 | 1:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h56 | 2:13 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04462 | 1:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 2:39 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89764 | 2:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h56 | 3:13 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Sheffield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Sheffield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:14, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 51m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 1:14 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Nottingham to Sheffield trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Nottingham and Sheffield from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Nottingham to Sheffield
Sheffield and Nottingham are two of the UK's most historically significant provincial cities, each with a rich industrial heritage. Business travellers or holidaymakers planning a trip to South Yorkshire from the East Midlands can use frequent direct trains from Nottingham to Sheffield. Connections between the two English cities are available with a choice of operators, with journey times of under an hour for the short trip north. With departure times ranging from early morning to late evening, there are trains to suit most requirements.
Which train companies travel from Nottingham to Sheffield?
East Midlands Trains offers direct rail connections from Nottingham to Sheffield. In addition, Northern Rail also provides direct services to Sheffield. With the frequency of direct trains on this short route to Yorkshire, indirect connections are not a requirement.
How long is the train from Nottingham to Sheffield?
The fastest connection on the 38-mile trip north from Nottingham to Sheffield is 50 minutes, achieved by some East Midlands Trains direct services. Most trains on this route take around five to eight minutes longer to complete the trip to the Yorkshire city.
How many trains are there from Nottingham to Sheffield?
The East Midlands Trains and Northern Rail weekday schedules offer direct trains from Nottingham to Sheffield every 30 minutes. Departures begin in the early morning and continue throughout the day, changing to an hourly service in mid evening. The final departure from Nottingham is a Northern Rail service leaving just after 11:00 p.m. arriving in Sheffield a little after midnight. The Sunday schedule is less frequent, with the first train from Nottingham leaving just after 9:00 a.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Nottingham to Sheffield?
Departure train station: Nottingham Station is located in Nottingham city centre, with plentiful public transport links available from the tram stop at the station entrance and bus stops on Trent Street and Carrington Street. The station concourse has a newsagent, a coffee shop, a cycle hire facility, vending machines and a taxi rank.
Arrival train station: Sheffield Station is located in the city centre, with public transport links available on the Supertram stopping at the station and buses from the adjacent Sheffield Interchange terminus. Passenger facilities at the station include a newsagent, cafe, first class lounge, vending machines and taxi ranks.
FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nottingham to Sheffield
Most Nottingham to Sheffield trains use the Nottingham to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Sheffield leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. 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 public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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.
Which Sheffield station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
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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