4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Lincoln
Cheapest price on Oct 16
€9
Average ticket price on Oct 16
€18
Fastest journey on Oct 16
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
1 h 18 m
Trains on Oct 16
6
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Lincoln will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Fri, Oct 16, we found 6 trains from Sheffield to Lincoln, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 16 the direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Fri, Oct 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
G894049:40 AM1h15Sheffield station (SHF)10:55 AMLincoln Central (LCN)€91One-way0 transfers- G8940710:39 AM1h19Sheffield station (SHF)11:58 AMLincoln Central (LCN)€111One-way0 transfers
- G8940911:38 AM1h15Sheffield station (SHF)12:53 PMLincoln Central (LCN)€111One-way0 transfers
- G894028:38 AM1h15Sheffield station (SHF)9:53 AMLincoln Central (LCN)€141One-way0 transfers
C59660+G8969110:57 AM1h26Sheffield station (SHF)12:23 PMLincoln Central (LCN)€291One-way1 transfer
- G8940911:38 AM1h15Sheffield station (SHF)12:53 PMLincoln Central (LCN)€111One-way0 transfers
- G894049:40 AM1h15Sheffield station (SHF)10:55 AMLincoln Central (LCN)€91One-way0 transfers
- G894028:38 AM1h15Sheffield station (SHF)9:53 AMLincoln Central (LCN)€141One-way0 transfers
- G8940710:39 AM1h19Sheffield station (SHF)11:58 AMLincoln Central (LCN)€111One-way0 transfers
- C59660+G8969110:57 AM1h26Sheffield station (SHF)12:23 PMLincoln Central (LCN)€291One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Lincoln
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Trains from Sheffield to Lincoln run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:11, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 1:11 AM |
Last train 10:48 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Sheffield to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Lincoln trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89402 | 8:38 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h15 | 9:53 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89685+C59656 | 8:56 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h27 | 10:23 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89404 | 9:40 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h15 | 10:55 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89407 | 10:39 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h19 | 11:58 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89691+C59660 | 10:57 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h26 | 12:23 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89409 | 11:38 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h15 | 12:53 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Sheffield to Lincoln
Trains from Sheffield to Lincoln are provided by Northern rail and East Midlands Trains. All Northern rail services run directly, and East Midlands Trains services have one change at Doncaster. Both direct and indirect services last around 1.5 hours. The first train of the day leaves Sheffield before 6:00 a.m. Services then run roughly every 40 minutes to one hour until the evening, when the last train leaves before 8:00 p.m. Trains from Sheffield to Lincoln depart from Sheffield Station on Sheaf Street, opposite the Sheffield Hallam University Campus. Trains arrive at Lincoln Station on St. Mary's Street, in the middle of the town centre.
FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Lincoln
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sheffield to Lincoln
Most Sheffield to Lincoln trains use the Sheffield to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Lincoln train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Lincoln leave from?
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.
Which Lincoln station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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