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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct

Cheapest price on 13 Oct

£9

Average ticket price on 13 Oct

£16

Fastest journey on 13 Oct

1 h 14 m

Average journey duration on 13 Oct

1 h 15 m

Trains on 13 Oct

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield you need to make at least one change.

G89593+C04359
12:171h16
Manchester Airport (MIA)
13:33Sheffield station (SHF)
£91One-way
1 change
G89602+C04363
13:171h15
Manchester Airport (MIA)
14:32Sheffield station (SHF)
£101One-way
1 change
G89060+C21584
21:591h37
Manchester Airport (MIA)
23:36Sheffield station (SHF)
£101One-way
1 change
G89587+C04392
21:171h14
Manchester Airport (MIA)
22:31Sheffield station (SHF)
£111One-way
1 change
C24655 · W84740
21:401h30
Manchester Airport (MIA)
23:10Sheffield station (SHF)
£111One-way
1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield

United Kingdom

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

54 km

Average train duration

1h 11m

Cheapest ticket price

£5

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 2m

First train

5:06

Last train

20:41

Cheapest Month

Jul

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Fri

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Live departures

Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
G89577+C04354	On time 10:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h16	11:33 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89577 · P28250	On time 10:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h48	12:05 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
C24597 · W84677	On time 10:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h25	12:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89581+W84677	On time 10:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h21	12:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
W85179+C04357	On time 11:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h29	12:33 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89585+C04357	On time 11:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h16	12:33 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89585 · P28263	On time 11:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h48	13:05 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G16000 · W84683	On time 11:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h25	13:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89589+W84683	On time 11:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h21	13:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89593+C04359	On time 12:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h16	13:33 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
C24608 · W84689	12:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h25	14:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89597+W84689	12:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h21	14:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89602+C04363	13:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h15	14:32 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89602 · P28284	On time 13:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h48	15:05 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G16023 · W84695	On time 13:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h25	15:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89607+W84695	13:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h21	15:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89614+C04365	On time 14:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h15	15:32 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89614 · P28293	On time 14:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h48	16:05 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
C24619 · W84700	On time 14:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h24	16:08 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89617+W84700	On time 14:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h20	16:08 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89541+C04368	On time 15:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h16	16:33 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G16020 · W84705	On time 15:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h25	17:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89543+W84705	On time 15:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h21	17:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
W85201+C04372	On time 16:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h36	17:40 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89546+C04372	On time 16:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h23	17:40 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
C24631 · W84712	On time 16:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h25	18:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89550+W84712	On time 16:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h21	18:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89554+C21806	On time 17:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h23	18:40 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
C24637 · W84719	On time 17:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h25	19:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89558+W84719	On time 17:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h21	19:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89562+C21581	18:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h17	19:34 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G16016 · W84725	18:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h25	20:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89566+W84725	18:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h21	20:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89571+C04380	On time 19:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h16	20:33 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G16001 · W84730	19:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h24	21:08 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89575+W84730	On time 19:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h20	21:08 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89579+C04382	On time 20:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h16	21:33 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G15949 · W84737	On time 20:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h26	22:10 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89583+W84737	20:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h22	22:10 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89587+C04392	On time 21:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h14	22:31 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
C24655 · W84740	On time 21:40 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h30	23:10 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89591+W84740	On time 21:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h22	23:10 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89060+C21584	On time 21:59 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h37	23:36 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
C24659 · W84632	On time 22:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h33	0:17 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89599+W84632	On time 22:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h29	0:17 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
C24362	23:31 Manchester Airport (MIA)	2h14	1:45 Sheffield station (SHF)	0 changesdirect
Tuesday 13 October
W85168+C04347	8:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h29	9:33 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89560 · P24786	8:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h47	10:04 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89560+C04347	8:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h16	9:33 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G15896 · W84665	8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h25	10:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89564+W84665	8:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h21	10:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
W85170+C04350	9:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h28	10:32 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89569+C04350	9:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h15	10:32 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
C24590 · W84670	9:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h25	11:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change
G89573+W84670	9:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1h21	11:09 Sheffield station (SHF)	1 change

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Transpennine Express

About

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Transpennine Express Duration

1h 2m

Cheapest Transpennine Express Price

£9

Transpennine Express frequency

5 a day

Luggage included

2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies apply as per ticket type

Refund

Full refund if service is cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items

Seat reservation

Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

Learn more about Transpennine Express

East Midlands Railway

About

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average East Midlands Railway Duration

1h 3m

Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price

£10

East Midlands Railway frequency

4 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies apply as per ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)

Quiet zone

Learn more about East Midlands Railway

Northern Rail

About

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Northern Rail Duration

1h 25m

Cheapest Northern Rail Price

£5

Northern Rail frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

See refund policy for ticket types

Refund

Full refund if service canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

Complete guide to Sheffield

Things to do in Sheffield

Discover the best of Sheffield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sheffield trip today.

Must visit

Weston Park Museum

A major city museum with archaeology, metalwork, art and natural history collections, set beside the Winter Garden and Millennium Gallery.

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Must visit

Millennium Gallery

City-centre gallery with changing art, design and metalwork displays, plus the Ruskin Collection and exhibitions linked to Sheffield craft.

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Must visit

Kelham Island Museum

Industrial museum on the River Don where historic working machinery demonstrates Sheffield's steel and engineering heritage.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate by UK standards. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday costs are manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget: £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range: £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: £60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: £3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service unless a service charge is added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips.

Trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield

Travelling by train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield is the fastest and most cost-effective way of making the journey. There is one direct departure every hour and one connecting service every hour from early morning until late evening. Direct routes take approximately one hour while connecting services take between 90 minutes and two hours. Departures are from Manchester Airport Train Station, while services terminate at Sheffield Train Station.

Which train companies travel from Manchester Airport to Sheffield?

Three companies provide trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield. Direct routes are operated by Transpennine Express, while connecting services are run by Northern and East Midlands. All have modern rolling stock with standard services of WiFi, luggage space and toilets. Some trains also have trolley catering.

How long is the train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield?

Direct trains to Sheffield from Manchester Airport take just over one hour to complete the journey, while connecting routes are slightly longer, taking between 90 minutes and two hours. Where a connection is required, it is made at Manchester Piccadilly Station.

How many trains are there from Manchester Airport to Sheffield?

Trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield start running in the early hours of the morning. There are then two departures an hour, one direct and one connecting, until late in the evening. A similar timetable operates from Monday to Friday with a slightly reduced service at the weekend.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield?

Departure train station: Trains to Sheffield from Manchester Airport depart from the airport's train station, which is a striking modern building located between Terminals 1 and 3 within easy walking distance of Terminal 2. Taxis and local buses are available outside Terminal 1, while train station facilities include ATMs, WiFi, currency exchange, toilets, waiting areas, a shop and a cafe. Passengers can also use the facilities in the airport terminals.

Arrival train station: Trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield complete their journeys at Sheffield Train Station, still sometimes referred to by its previous name of Pond Street Station. It is located a ten-minute walk or short bus or tram ride from the city centre. Facilities at Sheffield Station include car and bicycle parking, a taxi rank, WiFi, ATMs, toilets, waiting areas and a passenger lounge and left luggage storage as well as a selection of shops, food kiosks and cafes.

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) 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.

The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £20.

The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield covers a distance of 54 km and takes approximately 1h 2m. Trains run 10 per day.

The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield is 54 km.

The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield leaves at 5:06.

The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield departs at 20:41.

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield run approximately 10 times per day.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield.

There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield.

Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Manchester Airport to Sheffield offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Peak District, showcasing rolling hills and lush countryside landscapes.

Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Sheffield

Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester

Arrival train stations in Sheffield

Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min

BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.89 · every ~2 min

43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min

43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min

TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min

Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min

Manchester Airport train station facilities and services

Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.

More about Manchester Airport

SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104 Shopping

City-centre transport

Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre

Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min

TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min

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.