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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 20 trains that leave Edinburgh for Sheffield every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 307 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.
G0116615:043h51Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:55Sheffield station (SHF)£321One-way0 changes- G01170+
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W8473417:044h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:09Sheffield station (SHF)£371One-way2 changes - G0117017:043h51Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:55Sheffield station (SHF)£381One-way0 changes
- G0084218:043h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:56Sheffield station (SHF)£381One-way0 changes
- W84877 · C2436220:124h43Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0:55Sheffield station (SHF)£401One-way1 change
- G80091+G0091417:003h21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:21Sheffield station (SHF)£481One-way1 change
- G08186+G011849:003h21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:21Sheffield station (SHF)£761One-way1 change
- G80073+G0118814:003h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:22Sheffield station (SHF)£471One-way1 change
- G80080+G6682415:003h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:23Sheffield station (SHF)£471One-way1 change
- C02046+W8471414:303h39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:09Sheffield station (SHF)£631One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 £39, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 307 km
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£65 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £204 Average Price |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Sheffield trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G08180 · L01628+ G89286 | 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h48 | 11:48 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| W29873 | 8:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h47 | 11:55 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02015+W84680 | 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h39 | 12:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G08186+G01184 | 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h21 | 12:21 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G01148 | 9:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h50 | 12:55 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02006+W84686 | 9:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h39 | 13:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G80073+G01188 | 14:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h22 | 17:22 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| W29909 | 14:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h51 | 17:55 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02046+W84714 | 14:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h39 | 18:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G80080+G66824 | 15:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h23 | 18:23 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G01166 | 15:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h51 | 18:55 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01988+W84720 | 15:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h39 | 19:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G80091+G00914 | 17:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h21 | 20:21 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G01170+C01989+W84734 | 17:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h05 | 21:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G01170 | 17:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h51 | 20:55 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01989+W84734 | 17:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h39 | 21:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G80097 · C01922+G89182 | 18:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h50 | 21:50 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| G00842 | 18:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h52 | 21:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Sheffield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Sheffield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 307 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 307 km |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Sheffield trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Sheffield 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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Trains from Edinburgh to Sheffield
There’s no shortage of trains between Edinburgh and Sheffield on any given day. Direct trains depart at least once an hour, so it’s easy to plan a trip whenever it’s most convenient. A direct train journey will take 3 hours 45 minutes, routes involving a change can be quicker, so passengers should be sure to check their selecting the route that best suits their needs.
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
Cross Country is the only train company offering direct trains. They also offer plenty of daily journeys that require just one change. London North Eastern Railway also offers several daily trains along this route which require one or two changes. Finally, Virgin Trains occasionally provides indirect trains, but not every day and usually only in the evenings. The journey with Virgin also takes an hour longer than average.
How long is the train from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
This journey takes just 3 hours 21 minutes at the quickest. Surprisingly, the fastest route is an indirect one, offered by Cross Country, with one change at Newcastle. Most direct trains take around 3 hours 46 minutes. It’s important to note that night trains along this route may take much longer, due to long waits between train changes.
How many trains are there from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
There can be as many as 40 trains along this route per day, though the number of options decreases as the day of departure draws near. Travellers can expect to find around 12 to 14 direct trains along this route most days, or around one per hour. Trains depart from as early as 5:40 a.m. until as late as 11:45 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
Departure train station: Edinburgh Waverley railway station is located within walking distance of many of Edinburgh’s attractions and hotels. The station offers several shops, cafes and pubs, as well as free Wi-Fi.
Arrival train station: Sheffield’s main railway station is also a tram stop, so it's easy to catch a quick tram into the centre of the city. The station offers a variety of shops and restaurants for visitors.
FAQs: Edinburgh to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Sheffield
Most Edinburgh to Sheffield trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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 Sheffield station do trains from Edinburgh 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.
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodhouse train station facilities and services
Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: 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.
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