The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) you need to make at least one change.
C74077+
Y123578:041h29Manchester Airport (MIA)9:33Sheffield station (SHF)£161One-way1 change
L08638+
Y123578:171h16Manchester Airport (MIA)9:33Sheffield station (SHF)£181One-way1 change
L08227+
Y123609:171h15Manchester Airport (MIA)10:32Sheffield station (SHF)£191One-way1 change
C74079+
Y123609:041h28Manchester Airport (MIA)10:32Sheffield station (SHF)£191One-way1 change
L36834 · L365588:441h25Manchester Airport (MIA)10:09Sheffield station (SHF)£251One-way1 change
L08227+
Y123609:171h15Manchester Airport (MIA)10:32Sheffield station (SHF)£191One-way1 change
L08638+
Y123578:171h16Manchester Airport (MIA)9:33Sheffield station (SHF)£181One-way1 change
L08233+
L365588:481h21Manchester Airport (MIA)10:09Sheffield station (SHF)£251One-way1 change
L36834 · L365588:441h25Manchester Airport (MIA)10:09Sheffield station (SHF)£251One-way1 change
C74079+
Y123609:041h28Manchester Airport (MIA)10:32Sheffield station (SHF)£191One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 54 km
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1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 29 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C74077+ Y12357 | 8:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h29 | 9:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
L08638+ Y12357 | 8:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h16 | 9:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
L36834 · L36558 | 8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h25 | 10:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
L08233+ L36558 | 8:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h21 | 10:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
C74079+ Y12360 | 9:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h28 | 10:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
L08227+ Y12360 | 9:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h15 | 10:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF)
Trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 6:06 |
Last train 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Sheffield station (SHF) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) 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 station (SHF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Sheffield station (SHF)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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