Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€11

Average price

€20

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

51 m

Trains per day

39

Distance

52 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast trains

Of the 39 trains that leave Sheffield station (SHF) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Sun, Dec 21, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 52 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.

Northern Rail (3)Y24985
05:14PM1h20
Sheffield station (SHF)
06:34PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
€111One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)L09861
08:14PM1h20
Sheffield station (SHF)
09:34PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
€111One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)L09760
10:16PM1h20
Sheffield station (SHF)
11:36PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
€111One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)L09827
06:14PM1h18
Sheffield station (SHF)
07:32PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
€121One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)L09780
11:15AM1h22
Sheffield station (SHF)
12:37PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
€141One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €14.

Distance: 52 km

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€13

Average price

Cheapest

€14

Average price

1h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

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Additional time*

2h 34m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 4:44 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_expressC43522
On time
5:08 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h57
6:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36548
On time
6:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h56
7:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12429
On time
6:19 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h17
7:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC43531
On time
7:08 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h57
8:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railL09854
On time
7:13 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h19
8:32 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12432
On time
7:35 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h00
8:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC43535
On time
8:08 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h57
9:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railL09846
On time
8:15 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h17
9:32 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12437
On time
8:44 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h51
9:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36556
On time
9:11 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
10:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railL09855
On time
9:14 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
10:32 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12439
On time
9:43 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h52
10:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC43546
On time
10:11 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railY25124
On time
10:14 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
11:32 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12441
On time
10:43 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h52
11:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC43553
On time
11:11 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railY25119
On time
11:14 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
12:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12444
On time
11:43 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h52
12:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC43560
On time
12:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railY26156
On time
12:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
1:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12447
On time
12:43 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h52
1:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36571
On time
1:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
2:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railL07027
On time
1:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
2:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12449
On time
1:43 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h52
2:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36576
On time
2:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
3:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railY25215
On time
2:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
3:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY124512:43 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h52
3:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36581
On time
3:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
4:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railL07022
On time
3:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
4:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12453
On time
3:43 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h52
4:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36585
On time
4:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
5:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railY26160
On time
4:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
5:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12456
On time
4:43 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h52
5:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36591
On time
5:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
6:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railY25222
On time
5:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
6:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12458
On time
5:44 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h51
6:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36596
On time
6:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
7:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railY25219
On time
6:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
7:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12460
On time
6:43 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h52
7:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC43600
On time
7:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
8:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railY25225
On time
7:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
8:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12462
On time
7:43 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h53
8:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC43607
On time
8:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
9:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railL06988
On time
8:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
9:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12403+cross_countryC72360
On time
8:34 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h55
9:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 transfer
east_midlands_railwayY12403
On time
8:34 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h01
9:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC43614
On time
9:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
10:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railL06986
On time
9:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h18
10:32 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC43516
On time
10:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0h54
11:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railL07031
On time
10:24 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h19
11:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
northern_railG92411+transpennine_expressL37039
On time
10:27 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1h54
12:21 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.

There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 51m.

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
52 km
Average train duration
1h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Trains per day
21
Direct trains
21
Fastest train
51m
First train
05:18
Last train
22:28
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: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Sheffield station (SHF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

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 8m
Cheapest Price
€5
Northern Rail (3) frequency
8 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

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
54m
Cheapest Price
€13
TransPennine Express frequency
8 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
Learn more about TransPennine Express

East Midlands Trains

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
51m
Cheapest Price
€14
East Midlands Trains frequency
7 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
Learn more about East Midlands Trains

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
€32
first_transpennine_express frequency
9 a day

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
€25
east_midlands_trains frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is €12; 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 Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 50 min   to travel the 52 km long trip, with around there are 14 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 02: 19. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 21: 45.
Yes, there are 13 direct trains a day from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Take the Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from Sheffield station (SHF) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 45.
A day trip to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from Sheffield station (SHF) is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train is November.
You have options as you can travel from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Sheffield
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Sheffield is Sheffield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield for your trip from Sheffield to Manchester.
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Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Sheffield
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.

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