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  • CrossCountry
    6:592h05
    Sheffield
    9:04Coventry
    £421One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountry
    9:002h04
    Sheffield
    11:04Coventry
    £421One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountry
    10:261h42
    Sheffield
    12:08Coventry
    £661One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Coventry

The cheapest option from Sheffield to Coventry is coach, with an average price of £19. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Coventry among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Distance: 109 km

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£50

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£19

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2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest option

1h 38m

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4h 3m

Average total duration

3h 33m

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Live departures

Sheffield to Coventry train times

The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Coventry trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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CrossCountry7:56 Sheffield
2h08
10:04 Coventry0 changesdirect
CrossCountry8:22 Sheffield
2h25
10:47 Coventry0 changesdirect
CrossCountry8:56 Sheffield
2h08
11:04 Coventry0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Sheffield to Coventry trains with Omio?

CrossCountry as well as East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country and more offer trains services from Sheffield to Coventry.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Sheffield to Coventry.

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 East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Coventry.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Sheffield to Coventry.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Coventry.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Coventry.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Sheffield to Coventry

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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Sheffield to Coventry, including direct trains, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 109 km distance in 1h 42m.

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 £17
Distance
109 km
Average train duration
1h 38m
Lowest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 42m
First train
4:39
Last train
22:28
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 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 £17

Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Sheffield to Coventry trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Coventry from £17. 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
1h 42m
Cheapest Price
£27
CrossCountry frequency
6 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

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
£66
East Midlands Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
£61
east_midlands_trains frequency
1 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
£134
Cross Country frequency
24 a day

FAQs: Sheffield to Coventry train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Coventry 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 Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Sheffield to Coventry is 109 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Coventry leaves at 4:39.
The last train from Sheffield to Coventry departs at 22:28.
Trains from Sheffield to Coventry run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Sheffield to Coventry.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Coventry.
To get from Sheffield to Coventry, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Coventry.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Coventry is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Coventry station (COV).
Booking trains from Sheffield to Coventry 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 Coventry offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the Peak District's rolling hills, charming villages, and stretches of countryside, but it's mostly an urban and suburban landscape.
Coventry can be explored comfortably in two to three days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as Coventry Cathedral, St. Mary's Guildhall, and the Transport Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Coventry.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Coventry

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

Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Coventry

Which Sheffield station do trains to Coventry leave from?

Trains from Sheffield to Coventry leave from Sheffield. The station is 1 km from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre

Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min

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.

MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre

Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainSheffield - Leeds, Sheffield - Huddersfield, Nottingham - Leeds, Sheffield - Adwick, Lincoln Central - Leeds, Sheffield - Scarborough, Sheffield - Doncaster, Sheffield - Lockwood, Sheffield - York, Sheffield - Hull, Sheffield - Bridlington, Sheffield - Barnsley, Chesterfield - Leeds, Retford - Leeds, Sheffield - Wakefield Kirkgate, Lincoln Central - Huddersfield, Lincoln Central - Lockwood, Alfreton - Leeds, Sheffield - Penistone, Sheffield - Beverley, Retford - Meadowhall, Sheffield - Carlisle, Nottingham - Barnsley · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min
BusUk905 · 10m · £0.90
X17, 137, 65 · 18m · £4 · every ~7 min
X1, X2 · 19m · every ~13 min
65 · 22m · £4
70A, 70 · 48m · every ~3 min
TramBlue, Yell · 18m · every ~16 min

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.

WoodhouseWoodhouse station, Station Road, Woodhouse, South Yorkshire, S13 7RFParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre

Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - Lincoln Central, Sheffield - Lincoln Central, Sheffield - Retford, Sheffield - Worksop, Huddersfield - Lincoln Central, Lockwood - Lincoln Central · 10m · £3 · every ~2 min
Bus216, X5 · 21m · every ~7 min
52A · 31m · £4 · every ~11 min
52 · 34m · £4 · every ~13 min

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.

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