4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Birmingham will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 18 trains that leave Sheffield for Birmingham every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G011357:561h11Sheffield station (SHF)9:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£161One-way0 changes- G011767:181h10Sheffield station (SHF)8:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£161One-way0 changes
- G011336:541h12Sheffield station (SHF)8:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£161One-way0 changes
- W298629:561h10Sheffield station (SHF)11:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£241One-way0 changes
- G0115415:561h10Sheffield station (SHF)17:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£241One-way0 changes
- G0118817:241h02Sheffield station (SHF)18:26Birmingham New Street (BHM)£321One-way0 changes
- W2993716:241h03Sheffield station (SHF)17:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£321One-way0 changes
- W299258:231h05Sheffield station (SHF)9:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£321One-way0 changes
- G011408:561h08Sheffield station (SHF)10:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£321One-way0 changes
- W298629:561h10Sheffield station (SHF)11:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 104 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00742+ C21676 | 5:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h28 | 7:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01000+W70763 | 6:30 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h26 | 7:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01133 | 6:54 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h12 | 8:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01095+C21670 | 7:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h25 | 8:25 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01176 | 7:18 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h10 | 8:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01135 | 7:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h11 | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01098+C21667 | 7:59 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h25 | 9:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| W29925 | 8:23 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h05 | 9:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01140 | 8:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h08 | 10:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01101+C21663 | 9:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h26 | 10:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| W29862 | 9:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h10 | 11:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01102+W70784 | 10:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h24 | 11:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01154 | 15:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h10 | 17:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01119+W70816 | 16:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h24 | 17:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| W29937 | 16:24 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h03 | 17:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01161 | 16:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h11 | 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01122+W70820 | On time 17:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h23 | 18:23 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01188 | 17:24 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h02 | 18:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 104 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 4:39 |
Last train 23:09 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Sheffield to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Birmingham from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Train from Sheffield to Birmingham
Three trains an hour depart from Sheffield to Birmingham New Street, with the first of the day leaving at approximately 5:30 a.m. and requiring a connection to be made at Derby. Services are offered as a mixture of direct journeys and those requiring at least one stop, usually in Derby where East Midlands Trains services meet those operated by CrossCountry. Direct journeys are offered by CrossCountry which operate until the final train service at roughly 10:00 p.m.
Taking the Train from Sheffield
The historic and cultural highlights of Sheffield run from taking in a football match played by either of the city's two football clubs, to taking in a show at the World famous Lyceum or Crucible Theatres. The city is also home to many famous buildings, including the Mappin Art Gallery. Sheffield train station is located near the city centre and can be easily reached either by foot or through the Sheffield SuperTram service, which departs from numerous points around the city.
Arriving in Birmingham by Train
Birmingham has grown into one of the most important cultural cities in the UK, with the regeneration of the Bull Ring shopping district headed by the impressive Selfridge's building. The second city of the UK is also home to a number of festivals that reflect the diversity of the population living within the city. Visitors from Sheffield will arrive at New Street station. The station is serviced by bus stops along Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street. Additionally, a taxi rank is also located on Hill Street. New Street Station is centrally located in Birmingham with a pedestrian tunnel that passes under Bullring Shopping centre to connect to Moor Street station.
FAQs: Sheffield to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Birmingham
Most Sheffield to Birmingham trains use the Sheffield to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
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.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodhouse train station facilities and services
Woodhouse 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 Woodhouse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the 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.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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