4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Sheffield
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Sheffield will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 5 trains that leave York for Sheffield on Sat, Nov 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for York to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 69 km
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€18 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Sheffield trains for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:44 AM York | 1h10 | 7:54 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM York | 1h18 | 9:33 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:36 AM York | 0h48 | 9:24 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:14 PM York | 1h20 | 1:34 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 15 | |||||
| 4:03 AM York | 1h48 | 5:51 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Sheffield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Sheffield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:03, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 45m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 03:03 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, LNER, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from York to Sheffield trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, LNER, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between York 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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Northern Rail (3)
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Trains from York to Sheffield: Journey Details
There are regular direct trains from York to Sheffield, provided by CrossCountry and Northern Rail. Weekday services begin with an early morning departure and there are roughly 3 trains an hour until the final departure in late evening. Journey times vary from 45 minutes to an hour and 20 minutes. Indirect services involve using Virgin Trains East Coast and TransPennine Express services with a change at Doncaster. The Sunday timetable features fewer services, with a later departure time for the first train from York. Weekday off-peak day return tickets are available on departures from 9:35 a.m. onwards.
Taking the Train from York
Trains from York to Sheffield depart from the main station located on the south-west side of the city centre, close to the River Ouse and adjacent to the National Railway Museum. City bus services, with routes serving the centre and outlying areas of York, stop immediately in front of the main entrance on Station Road. Taxis are available from a rank by the station front.
Getting into Sheffield by Train
The South Yorkshire industrial city has undergone extensive regeneration in recent years, developing cultural attractions such as the Millennium Gallery with its notable metalwork and craft collections. The Winter Garden is the largest urban glasshouse in Europe, with diverse botanical specimens. Trains from York to Sheffield arrive at the main train station situated on the eastern side of the city centre. The station has its own tram stop with Stagecoach Supertram connections across the city. It is also connected by a covered walkway to the bus interchange on Pond Square, with services around the city. The taxi rank is located by the station's front entrance.
FAQs: Trains from York to Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from York, which is located around 0.5 miles (787 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Sheffield, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from York to Sheffield
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop-off in the bus bays on the railway bridge.
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