The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Caernarfon
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Caernarfon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Caernarfon will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sheffield for Caernarfon every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
10:433h58Sheffield14:41Caernarfon£491One-way0 changes
10:433h58Sheffield14:41Caernarfon£491One-way0 changes
Live departures
Sheffield to Caernarfon train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Caernarfon trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 10 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:43 Sheffield | 3h58 | 14:41 Caernarfon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Caernarfon
Trains from Sheffield to Caernarfon run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:08, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 8:08 |
Last train 19:13 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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FAQs: Sheffield to Caernarfon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Caernarfon 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 Caernarfon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Caernarfon
- 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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