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Keswick Museum
Compact local museum covering Keswick history, archaeology, art and the Lake District with varied displays in Fitz Park.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£43
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£56
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
4 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 14 m
Trains on 05 Sept
2
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Keswick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Keswick will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 trains from Sheffield to Keswick, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Keswick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 174 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to Keswick:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to Keswick costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Keswick take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 45m.
The journey is about 19m faster (2h 33m by train vs 2h 52m by car) and roughly £0.92 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£35 vs £35). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Keswick trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:44 Sheffield | 4h10 | 13:54 Keswick | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:11 Sheffield | 4h18 | 20:29 Keswick | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Sheffield to Keswick run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 21:47 |
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Compact local museum covering Keswick history, archaeology, art and the Lake District with varied displays in Fitz Park.
Museum devoted to the story of pencil making, with historic machinery, exhibits and family-friendly demonstrations.
Independent gallery showing changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in a central Keswick space.
Popular lakeside park with launches, theatre access, paths and classic views across Derwentwater to the surrounding fells.
Well-known fell viewpoint above Keswick, reached by footpaths and rewarded with wide views over Derwentwater and Borrowdale.
Town-centre green space with museum, bowling and play areas, valued as a relaxed local park beneath Skiddaw.
A dark, smoky Cumberland sausage made with pork, spices and blood. A traditional Cumbrian breakfast and supper staple.
Coiled pork sausage seasoned with pepper and herbs. It is one of Cumbria’s best-known foods and commonly served with mash and gravy.
A substantial hotpot of mutton or lamb baked slowly with onions and sliced potatoes. Closely linked with Lakeland farming traditions.
Popular vegetarian restaurant serving imaginative meat-free dishes in a relaxed central Keswick setting.
Established bistro known for British cooking, local produce and a warm, informal atmosphere near the town centre.
Long-running Keswick venue known for wood-fired pizzas, good beers and a lively casual atmosphere.
Moderate for the Lake District: stays and dining cost more than many UK towns, especially in peak season, but local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave a small tip.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Keswick 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 Keswick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sheffield to Keswick trains use the Sheffield to Penrith station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Keswick train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Sheffield.
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
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