Plymouth to Sheffield train with CrossCountry

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  • Great Western Railway
    10:156h26
    Plymouth
    16:41Sheffield
    £501One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    8:356h29
    Plymouth
    15:04Sheffield
    £701One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountry
    13:055h13
    Plymouth
    18:18Sheffield
    £941One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to Sheffield

The cheapest option from Plymouth to Sheffield is coach, with an average price of £33. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Sheffield among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

Distance: 382 km

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Flight

£100

Average Price

£33

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Cheapest option

£105

Average Price

5h 51m

Average total duration

5h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 20m

Average total duration

8h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest option

1h 25m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.3kg

CO2 emissions

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National Express

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Live departures

Plymouth to Sheffield train times

The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Sheffield trains for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway8:35 Plymouth
6h29
15:04 Sheffield0 changesdirect
CrossCountry9:27 Plymouth
4h51
14:18 Sheffield0 changesdirect
CrossCountry15:27 Plymouth
4h51
20:18 Sheffield0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Plymouth to Sheffield trains with Omio?

CrossCountry as well as Great Western Railway or Cross Country offer trains services from Plymouth to Sheffield.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Plymouth to Sheffield.

Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Sheffield.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Sheffield.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to Sheffield.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Sheffield

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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Plymouth to Sheffield, including 4 direct trains, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 382 km distance in 4h 51m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18
Distance
382 km
Average train duration
5h 21m
Lowest ticket price
£43
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
4h 51m
First train
4:33
Last train
23:56
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
28 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18

Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Plymouth to Sheffield trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Plymouth and Sheffield from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 51m
Cheapest Price
£43
CrossCountry frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 26m
Cheapest Price
£50
Great Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at 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
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 49m
Cheapest Price
£313
Cross Country frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Plymouth to Sheffield train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Plymouth to Sheffield is 382 km.
The first train from Plymouth to Sheffield leaves at 4:33.
The last train from Plymouth to Sheffield departs at 23:56.
Trains from Plymouth to Sheffield run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Sheffield.
Yes, there is a direct train between Plymouth and Sheffield. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
To get from Plymouth to Sheffield, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Sheffield.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Sheffield is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Sheffield station (SHF).
Booking trains from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Sheffield offers scenic views, particularly as it winds through the picturesque countryside of Devon and the rolling landscapes of the Peak District. Passengers can enjoy charming rural vistas, historic towns, and stretches of beautiful natural scenery along the route.
In Sheffield, you can explore the stunning landscapes of the Peak District National Park, visit the Sheffield Winter Garden with its wide range of exotic plants, and enjoy art at the Graves Gallery. Walk the scenic Rivelin Valley Nature Trail, or catch a performance at the Crucible Theatre. Discover the Sheffield Botanical Gardens and learn about steelmaking at the Kelham Island Museum. Art and design enthusiasts can visit the Millennium Gallery, while those interested in history can explore Sheffield Cathedral and the Weston Park Museum.
Sheffield can be explored comfortably in 2 to 3 days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Peak District, Kelham Island Museum, and the Sheffield Botanical Gardens.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Sheffield.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Sheffield

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

Departure train stations in Plymouth
Arrival train stations in Sheffield

Which Plymouth station do trains to Sheffield leave from?

Trains from Plymouth to Sheffield leave from Plymouth. The station is 1 km from Plymouth city centre at Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB.
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre

Bus13, 2, 170 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min

Plymouth train station facilities and services

Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

DevonportDevonport station, Portland Road, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4QNParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Devonport from Plymouth city centre

Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainExeter St Davids - Penzance, Plymouth - Penzance, Plymouth - Gunnislake, Plymouth - Liskeard · 3m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
BusDc7 · 8m · £2
Dc7 · 9m · £2
21, 34, 21A · 13m · £4 · every ~23 min

Devonport train station facilities and services

Devonport 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 Devonport.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Devonport: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

St Budeaux Victoria RoadSt Budeaux Victoria Road station, Wolseley Road, St Budeaux, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 1JJ+44 345 700 0125ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to St Budeaux Victoria Road from Plymouth city centre

St Budeaux Victoria Road is 4 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainPlymouth - Gunnislake, Plymouth - Penzance, Exeter St Davids - Penzance, Plymouth - Liskeard, London Paddington - Penzance · 9m · £2 · every ~2 min
Bus12, 12A, 10, 11 · 13m · £4 · every ~8 min
43, 50, 43A · 19m · £4 · every ~22 min
2, 170 · 22m · £4 · every ~10 min
21A, 21, 16A · 24m · £4 · every ~20 min

St Budeaux Victoria Road train station facilities and services

St Budeaux Victoria Road 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 St Budeaux Victoria Road.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at St Budeaux Victoria Road: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at St Budeaux Victoria Road: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at St Budeaux Victoria Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” This station has step free access to the single platform but this can be accessed via a long ramp from a gated station entrance, there are limited handrails to the ramp and in places the gradient is moderate, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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