4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 31 trains that leave Liverpool for Sheffield every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
C24396+
C320237:542h34Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:28Sheffield station (SHF)£141One-way1 change- G15989+P247635:202h46Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:06Sheffield station (SHF)£151One-way1 change
- C24388+G894505:542h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:33Sheffield station (SHF)£151One-way1 change
- W84776+C320156:542h34Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:28Sheffield station (SHF)£151One-way1 change
- G15866+
C043446:242h10Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:34Sheffield station (SHF)£151One-way1 change
- C043508:511h41Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:32Sheffield station (SHF)£351One-way0 changes
- C0436312:511h41Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:32Sheffield station (SHF)£181One-way0 changes
- C0436513:511h41Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:32Sheffield station (SHF)£181One-way0 changes
- C043549:511h42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:33Sheffield station (SHF)£231One-way0 changes
- C0435710:511h42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:33Sheffield station (SHF)£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. 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 coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 100 km
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£21 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15989+ G01135 | 5:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h31 | 7:51 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| G15989+P24763 | 5:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h46 | 8:06 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| C24388+C32009 | 5:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h35 | 8:29 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| C24388+G89450 | 5:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h39 | 8:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| C24388 · C24826 · W84653 | 5:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h15 | 8:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
| W84653 | 6:14 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h55 | 8:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15866+C04344 | 6:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h10 | 8:34 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| C04344 | 6:49 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h45 | 8:34 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84776+C32015 | 6:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h34 | 9:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| W84658 | 7:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 9:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04347 | 7:48 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h45 | 9:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24396+C32023 | 7:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h34 | 10:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| W84665 | 8:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 10:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24895+G89743 | 8:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h42 | 11:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| C24895+W29868 | 8:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h32 | 10:55 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| C04350 | 8:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h41 | 10:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84670 | 9:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 11:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04354 | 9:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h42 | 11:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84677 | 10:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 12:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04357 | 10:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h42 | 12:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84683 | 11:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 13:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04359 | 11:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h42 | 13:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84689 | 12:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 14:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04363 | 12:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h41 | 14:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84813+C32053 | 12:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h34 | 15:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
| W84695 | 13:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 15:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04365 | 13:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h41 | 15:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84700 | 14:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h49 | 16:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Liverpool to Sheffield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Sheffield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Trains from Liverpool to Sheffield: Journey Details
Trains from Liverpool to Sheffield depart throughout the day and overnight. The first service of the day leaves just after 6:00 am. Services then run approximately every 20 minutes to 1 hour, until just before midnight. There is an extra service that leaves before 4:00 am. There are several direct services, but some journeys may have one or two changes. Services are provided by Northern, First TransPennine Express, and East Midlands Trains. Train fares vary depending on the provider and the time of day. Journeys can last between 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours.
Where do trains from Liverpool to Sheffield depart from and arrive at?
When travelling from Liverpool to Sheffield, trains leave from Liverpool's Lime Street station. Lime Street station is in the centre of Liverpool, and is easily reached on foot or by bicycle from most areas of the city. For travellers arriving by taxi, the taxi rank is situated by the Skelhorne Street entrance. The Liverpool One bus terminal is served by local and national bus services that run during the day and at night. There is also a shuttle service to and from Liverpool airport.
All trains from Liverpool to Sheffield arrive at Sheffield train station is situated on Sheaf Street, which is close to the city centre. There are several regular bus services that serve the station, although these may be reduced on Sundays and Bank Holidays. The station has a car park that is open 24 hours a day, as well as a taxi rank outside the main entrance.
FAQs: Liverpool to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Sheffield
Most Liverpool to Sheffield trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway 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 Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, 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: No.
Which Sheffield station do trains from Liverpool 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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