The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£132
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Sheffield will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
To travel from Bournemouth to Sheffield you need to make at least one change.
G00861 · G007069:454h43Bournemouth station (BMH)14:28Sheffield station (SHF)£1051One-way1 change
L80068+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+
C216539:595h05Bournemouth station (BMH)15:04Sheffield station (SHF)£1051One-way2 changes
L80363_L80064+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+
W709728:565h08Bournemouth station (BMH)14:04Sheffield station (SHF)£1051One-way2 changes
G00861 · G010699:454h34Bournemouth station (BMH)14:19Sheffield station (SHF)£1051One-way1 change
G00858 · G007018:404h48Bournemouth station (BMH)13:28Sheffield station (SHF)£1861One-way1 change
G00861 · G010699:454h34Bournemouth station (BMH)14:19Sheffield station (SHF)£1051One-way1 change
G00858 · G010678:404h39Bournemouth station (BMH)13:19Sheffield station (SHF)£1861One-way1 change
G00861 · G007069:454h43Bournemouth station (BMH)14:28Sheffield station (SHF)£1051One-way1 change
G00858 · G007018:404h48Bournemouth station (BMH)13:28Sheffield station (SHF)£1861One-way1 change
L80068+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+
C216539:595h05Bournemouth station (BMH)15:04Sheffield station (SHF)£1051One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 297 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£83 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Sheffield trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L80079+ Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ C21763 | On time 11:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 5h05 | 17:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
G00879 · G01080 | On time 12:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h33 | 17:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
G00879 · G00716 | On time 12:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h44 | 17:29 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
L80087+ Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ W70996 | On time 12:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 5h05 | 18:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
G00887 · G00718 | On time 13:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h42 | 18:27 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
G00887 · G01082 | On time 13:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h33 | 18:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
G00858 · G00701 | 8:40 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h48 | 13:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
G00858 · G01067 | 8:40 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h39 | 13:19 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
W70972+ L80363_L80064+ Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 8:56 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 5h08 | 14:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
G00861 · G00706 | 9:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h43 | 14:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
G00861 · G01069 | 9:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h34 | 14:19 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
C21653+ L80068+ Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 9:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 5h05 | 15:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Sheffield
Trains from Bournemouth to Sheffield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 22:26 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Sheffield trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Sheffield from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Sheffield
Most Bournemouth to Sheffield trains use the Bournemouth to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Sheffield leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Sheffield station do trains from Bournemouth 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.
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