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Fusiliers Museum of Northumberland
Town museum in Alnwick Castle with archaeology, social history and collections that explain local life across the centuries.
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Alnwick trains for today, Sunday 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:09 Sheffield | 3h18 | 12:27 Alnwick | 0 changesdirect | |
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Take a train from Sheffield to Alnwick and enjoy the approximately 226 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 19:34.
Distance 226 km |
First train 6:52 |
Last train 19:34 |
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Town museum in Alnwick Castle with archaeology, social history and collections that explain local life across the centuries.
Volunteer-run museum in Alnwick station featuring local rail history, models and memorabilia in a characterful heritage setting.
Historic castle rooms presented with paintings, furniture and decorative arts, offering an art-focused experience within the main visit.
Main shopping street lined with Georgian buildings, independent shops and cafés. Good for a stroll through the town centre.
Historic market square with civic buildings and regular activity. A useful starting point for exploring central Alnwick on foot.
Walled parkland and estate walks linked to Hulne Priory and woodland scenery. Access is seasonal and ideal for longer walks.
Crab caught off the Northumberland coast, prized for sweet white meat and often served simply dressed or in sandwiches.
Smoked kippers from the nearby coast, especially linked with Craster. The curing gives a rich flavour and a strong regional identity.
A traditional Northumbrian hard cheese, usually made from cow’s milk. It has a fresh, crumbly texture and long local farming roots.
Well-known fish and chip shop and takeaway serving classic seaside favourites in an informal setting near the town centre.
Popular smokehouse and burger venue known for hearty American-style dishes, craft beer and a lively casual atmosphere.
Stylish restaurant and bar in central Alnwick serving modern British dishes, steaks and seafood in a smart but relaxed setting.
Moderate for a UK market town. Hotels and visitor sights can raise costs in peak season, but dining and local transport are usually lower than in larger tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafe tipping is optional; small change is fine.
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Most Sheffield to Alnwick trains use the Sheffield to Alnmouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Alnwick train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Sheffield.
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
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