The cheapest and fastest trains from Dronfield to Penistone
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dronfield to Penistone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dronfield to Penistone will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dronfield for Penistone every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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.




Live departures
Dronfield to Penistone train times
The table below shows live departures for Dronfield to Penistone trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:15 Dronfield | 2h08 | 10:23 Penistone | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:02 Dronfield | 2h21 | 12:23 Penistone | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dronfield to Penistone
Trains from Dronfield to Penistone run on average 3 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:43, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 59m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 06:43 |
Last train 19:43 |
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FAQs: Dronfield to Penistone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dronfield to Penistone 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 Penistone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dronfield and Penistone
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via road and down ramp.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- 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 at service bus stops on both sides of the main road at the front of the station (Chesterfield Road B6057). Turning circle is for local buses only.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. Level access to the Huddersfield platform. Access to the Sheffield platform is via barrow crossing
- 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: Yes
- Storage location: in the car park
- 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 on the Station Car Park.
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