Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£15

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£29

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

1 h 16 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

1 h 17 m

Trains on 05 Sept

33

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 33 trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA), including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.

  • Northern RailP24769 · G89826
    7:131h47
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    9:00Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £151One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailP28274 · G89998
    22:242h00
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    0:24Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £151One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailP24780 · G89831
    8:151h45
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    10:00Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £171One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailP24795 · G89838
    19:141h46
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    21:00Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £171One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressW84633+Northern RailG89912
    22:111h47
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    23:58Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £181One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 54 km

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Driving

£15

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£12

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 55m

Average total duration

2h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 21m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is a coach with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA):

A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average £15.

The fastest way to travel from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 19m.

Other travel options to Manchester Airport (MIA) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sheffield station (SHF) and Manchester Airport (MIA) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 19m by train vs 1h 21m by car). Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with TransPennine Express.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times

The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC04474+Northern RailG89838
Delayed
19:00 19:43Sheffield station (SHF)
1h17
21:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84727+Northern RailG89841
On time
20:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h25
21:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Northern RailP24806 · G89845
On time
20:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h47
22:01 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04395+Northern RailG89845
On time
20:42 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h19
22:01 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84734+Northern RailG89849
On time
21:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h22
22:33 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Northern RailP28259 · G89852
On time
21:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h48
23:02 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84738 · W84877
On time
22:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h31
23:42 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Northern RailP28273 · G89859
On time
22:45 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h17
1:02 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Northern RailP28311+Transpennine ExpressW84759
On time
23:28 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h39
1:07 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Saturday 5 September
Transpennine ExpressC24365
On time
3:47 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h43
5:30 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84642+Northern RailG898165:08 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h23
6:31 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84642 · N586745:08 Sheffield station (SHF)
3h01
8:09 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84647+Northern RailG898206:09 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h27
7:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04437+Northern RailG898226:20 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h40
8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84650+Northern RailG898247:08 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h28
8:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24769 · G898267:13 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h47
9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21346+Northern RailG898267:35 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h25
9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84655+Northern RailG898288:08 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h28
9:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24780 · G898318:15 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h45
10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04445+Northern RailG898318:44 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h16
10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84662+Northern RailG898339:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h25
10:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04448+Northern RailG898369:43 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h17
11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84668+Northern RailG8983910:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h25
11:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04451+Northern RailG8984310:43 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h17
12:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84674+Northern RailG8984711:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h25
12:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP28257 · G8985011:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h46
13:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04454+Northern RailG8985011:43 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h17
13:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84679+Northern RailG8985412:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h25
13:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84679 · W8490612:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h33
13:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP28270 · G8985712:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h46
14:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04457+Northern RailG8985712:43 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h17
14:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84685+Northern RailG8986113:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h25
14:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP28281 · G8986313:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h46
15:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04459+Northern RailG8986313:43 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h17
15:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84715+Northern RailG8983018:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h25
19:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24782 · G8983218:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h46
20:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04473+Northern RailG8983218:43 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h17
20:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84721+Northern RailG8983419:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h25
20:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24795 · G8983819:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h46
21:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

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Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:20, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 16m.

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
Distance
54 km
Average train duration
1h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
1h 16m
First train
2:20
Last train
21:24
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 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

Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield station (SHF) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£9
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
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 East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£7
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

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£7
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£23
east_midlands_trains frequency
15 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£14
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
19 a day

FAQs: Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) covers a distance of 54 km and takes approximately 1h 16m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is 54 km.
The first train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 2:20.
The last train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) departs at 21:24.
Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
Yes, there is a direct train between Sheffield station (SHF) and Manchester Airport (MIA). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express.
To get from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is by train, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport offers glimpses of the Peak District's picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills and charming countryside, making it relatively scenic.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Sheffield to Manchester Airport. The journey takes 1h 16m, covering a distance of 54 km. Trains run every 10 times per day, making it convenient for same-day travel.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield station (SHF) and Manchester Airport (MIA)

Most Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield station (SHF) and Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester
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.

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