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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Falkirk
Showing times and prices for 31 Mar
Cheapest price
£159
Average price
£252
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
327 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Falkirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Falkirk will cost around £252 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £159.
Fast trains
To travel from Sheffield to Falkirk you need to make at least one change.
13:113h48Sheffield16:59Falkirk£1591One-way1 change
07:224h44Sheffield12:06Falkirk£2751One-way1 change- 08:224h43Sheffield13:05Falkirk£2751One-way1 change
- 09:224h47Sheffield14:09Falkirk£2751One-way1 change
- 10:224h44Sheffield15:06Falkirk£2751One-way1 change
- 13:113h48Sheffield16:59Falkirk£1591One-way1 change
- 08:224h43Sheffield13:05Falkirk£2751One-way1 change
- 07:224h44Sheffield12:06Falkirk£2751One-way1 change
- 10:224h44Sheffield15:06Falkirk£2751One-way1 change
- 17:224h46Sheffield22:08Falkirk£2751One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Falkirk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Falkirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 327 km
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£64 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Falkirk train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Falkirk trains for tomorrow, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:22 Sheffield | 4h44 | 12:06 Falkirk | 1 change | |
| 08:22 Sheffield | 4h43 | 13:05 Falkirk | 1 change | |
| 09:22 Sheffield | 4h47 | 14:09 Falkirk | 1 change | |
| 10:22 Sheffield | 4h44 | 15:06 Falkirk | 1 change | |
| 11:22 Sheffield | 4h47 | 16:09 Falkirk | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Falkirk
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Trains from Sheffield to Falkirk run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 327 km distance in 4h 41m.
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 £16
Distance 327 km |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 19:35 |
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 £16
Train companies: Cross Country from Sheffield to Falkirk trainsCross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Falkirk from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 17m
Cheapest Price
£267
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Sheffield to Falkirk train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Falkirk 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 Falkirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Falkirk can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £64, while the average price tends to be around £64.
The train journey from Sheffield to Falkirk covers a distance of 327 km and takes approximately 4h 41m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Falkirk is 327 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Falkirk leaves at 5:08.
The last train from Sheffield to Falkirk departs at 19:35.
Trains from Sheffield to Falkirk run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Falkirk.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Falkirk.
To get from Sheffield to Falkirk, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Falkirk.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Falkirk is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Falkirk High (FKK).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Falkirk is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Sheffield to Falkirk 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 Falkirk offers a scenic experience as it traverses through the picturesque landscapes of the Peak District and the rolling hills of the Pennines, eventually leading to the beautiful countryside of southern Scotland.
A day trip from Sheffield to Falkirk is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 41m, and the train frequency is 4 per day. The distance is 327 km.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Falkirk's main attractions, such as the Falkirk Wheel, the Kelpies, and Callendar House.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Falkirk.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Falkirk
Sheffield
Falkirk
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 Falkirk.
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 Falkirk is Falkirk High. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Falkirk High for your journey to Falkirk from Sheffield.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:22 Saturday 06:30 - 20:22 Sunday 08:10 - 15:50
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs. Alternative route is a long route using the subway under the rail tracks Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets can be accessed from the Taxi Rank side of the station building. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Falkirk High
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the turning circle outside the booking office on Platform 1
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 22:00 Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 09:30 - 22:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Short steep ramp onto platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs. Alternative accessible route is via the roadbridge Blue Badge parking bays: 13
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Falkirk Grahamston
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off in the station car park at the entrance to Platform 1
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