The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€41
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 42 m
Trains on Sep 18
4
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 trains from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
8:44 AM1h19Sheffield10:03 AMStoke-on-Trent€191One-way0 transfers
6:29 AM1h34Sheffield8:03 AMStoke-on-Trent€481One-way0 transfers
4:56 AM2h20Sheffield7:16 AMStoke-on-Trent€491One-way0 transfers
7:29 AM1h34Sheffield9:03 AMStoke-on-Trent€491One-way0 transfers
8:44 AM1h19Sheffield10:03 AMStoke-on-Trent€191One-way0 transfers
7:29 AM1h34Sheffield9:03 AMStoke-on-Trent€491One-way0 transfers
6:29 AM1h34Sheffield8:03 AMStoke-on-Trent€481One-way0 transfers
4:56 AM2h20Sheffield7:16 AMStoke-on-Trent€491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, while a bus costs an average of €29.
Distance: 64 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€24 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price | €15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent costing on average €29.
Other travel options to Stoke-on-Trent take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 24m.
Live departures
Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:56 AM Sheffield | 2h20 | 7:16 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:29 AM Sheffield | 1h34 | 8:03 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:29 AM Sheffield | 1h34 | 9:03 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:44 AM Sheffield | 1h19 | 10:03 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent by train or bus
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent
Trains from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Stoke-on-Trent from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent
Most Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent trains use the Sheffield to Stoke-on-Trent station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Stoke-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Stoke-on-Trent 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.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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