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Compare train for Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 44 km
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Why should you book Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne trains with Omio?
Transpennine Express operates all trains services from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 2h 7m.
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 £7
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 22:23 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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 £7
Train companies: Transpennine Express from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Ashton-under-Lyne from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
£28
Transpennine Express frequency
3 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
FAQs: Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne 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 Ashton-under-Lyne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The train journey from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne covers a distance of 44 km and takes approximately 2h 7m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne is 44 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne leaves at 6:09.
The last train from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne departs at 22:23.
Trains from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne.
To travel from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Ashton-under-Lyne is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, including views of the Peak District's edges and quaint towns, making it moderately scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne is feasible with a travel time of 2h 7m and a distance of 44 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
A visit to Ashton-under-Lyne can be comfortably enjoyed in 1-2 days, offering time to explore its local attractions and nearby natural beauty.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Ashton-under-Lyne
Sheffield
Ashton-under-Lyne
The major train station for departures in Sheffield is Sheffield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield for your trip from Sheffield to Ashton-under-Lyne.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Sheffield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
The major train station for arrivals in Ashton-under-Lyne is Ashton-under-Lyne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ashton-under-Lyne for your journey to Ashton-under-Lyne from Sheffield.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:55 - 20:05 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Kerb at station front, through the underpass (20 paces), turn right and up a ramp (42 paces, 1:8 slope) to the ticket office. Lift also available from the first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Booking Office upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Public transport options for Ashton-under-Lyne
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Car Park
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:10 - 19:25 Saturday 07:20 - 13:50 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Platform 1 level access vrom the car park, platform 2 level accewss, transfer between platforms using Guide Lane
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Guide Bridge
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Guide Lane for buses to Houghton Green, Bolton or Manchester. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is in the layby outside the old station building on Guide Lane.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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