Trains from Sheffield to Edinburgh

Trains from Sheffield to Edinburgh

Trains start operating from Sheffield to Edinburgh from very early in the monring on weekdays. Journeys take approximately 3 hours 24 minutes to complete the 190 mile journey from Sheffield to Edinburgh, allowing passengers to sit back and relax while admiring the outstanding views of northern landscapes and beautiful scenery. Cross Country and LNER operate most services between Sheffield and Edinburgh.  

Which train companies travel from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

LNER, First Transpennine Express and Cross Country are the train companies operating services between Sheffield and Edinburgh.  There are direct services readily available, while others require between one and three changes. 

How long is the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

The fastest journey time for trains between Sheffield and Edinburgh is 3 hours 24 minutes,  an indirect service by LNER involving a swift changeover at York. A direct service, offered by Cross Country, takes approximately 3 hours 45 minutes. Passengers must be sure to check the timetable to ensure they are on the fastest route.

How many trains are there between Sheffield and Edinburgh?

At busy times of the day, three trains per hour to Edinburgh depart from Sheffield station.  The service from Sheffield to Edinburgh is just as frequent on Saturdays, however, passengers on Sundays or public holidays may experience some delays.  Cross Country run 15 trains daily from Sheffield to Edinburgh and most of these are direct services. There are 27 scheduled daily trains from LNER between Sheffield and Edinburgh. First Transpennine Express only operate one daily train service to Edinburgh.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

Departure train station: All trains between Sheffield and Edinburgh depart from Sheffield rail station which is located on Sheaf Street in the centre of the city. There are good public transport links to all surrounding areas from the station, and a Supertram stop is close by and this can be accessed from a pedestrian footbridge within the station.  Sheffield railway station features a variety of amenities including a First Class Lounge,  accessible ticket machines, WiFi, ATMs, shops and bicycle storage.

Arrival train station: Trains from Sheffield arrive at Edinburgh Waverley railway station. This is the main station in Edinburgh and located close to Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. Pedestrian access to the station is free of steps from Princes Street, Calton Road, Market Street and Waverley Bridge. A variety of public transport services are within easy walking distance of the railway station, including tram links to the airports and bus or tram services throughout Edinburgh and the rest of Scotland. Facilities at the train station include free WiFi, bars and restaurants, shops, showers and luggage trolleys.