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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
51 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
52 m
Trains on 12 Sept
51
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 51 trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 50 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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.
P2480720:141h18Sheffield station (SHF)21:32Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£71One-way0 changes- P2826021:141h18Sheffield station (SHF)22:32Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£71One-way0 changes
- P2827422:241h19Sheffield station (SHF)23:43Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£81One-way0 changes
W8473321:110h54Sheffield station (SHF)22:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£91One-way0 changes- W8463322:110h54Sheffield station (SHF)23:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£91One-way0 changes
C044458:440h51Sheffield station (SHF)9:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes- C0447017:440h51Sheffield station (SHF)18:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£121One-way0 changes
- C0447318:430h52Sheffield station (SHF)19:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£121One-way0 changes
- C0445110:430h52Sheffield station (SHF)11:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£311One-way0 changes
- C044489:430h52Sheffield station (SHF)10:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 58m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (1h 4m by train vs 1h 25m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £11 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, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, 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 Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84697 | On time 15:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 16:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28298 | On time 15:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 16:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21593 | On time 15:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 16:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84702 | On time 16:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28305 | On time 16:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 17:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21809 | On time 16:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 17:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84708 | On time 17:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24771 | On time 17:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 18:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21595 | On time 17:41 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 18:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84714 | On time 18:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 19:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24782 | On time 18:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 19:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21803 | On time 18:42 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h53 | 19:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84720 | On time 19:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 20:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24795 | On time 19:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 20:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04474 | On time 19:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h53 | 20:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84727 | On time 20:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24806 | On time 20:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 21:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04395 | On time 20:42 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h53 | 21:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84734 | On time 21:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28259 | On time 21:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h19 | 22:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84738 | On time 22:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h58 | 23:09 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28273 | On time 22:45 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h26 | 0:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28311 | On time 23:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h08 | 0:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
| C24365 | On time 3:47 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h06 | 4:53 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84642 | 5:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h57 | 6:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84647 | 6:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h56 | 7:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04437 | 6:19 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h17 | 7:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84650 | 7:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h57 | 8:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24769 | 7:13 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h19 | 8:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21346 | 7:35 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h00 | 8:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84655 | 8:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h57 | 9:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24780 | 8:15 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h17 | 9:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04445 | 8:44 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h51 | 9:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84662 | 9:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 10:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24793 | 9:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 10:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04448 | 9:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 10:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84668 | 10:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24804 | 10:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 11:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04451 | 10:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 11:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84674 | 11:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28257 | 11:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 12:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04454 | 11:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 12:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84679 | 12:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28270 | 12:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 13:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04457 | 12:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 13:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84685 | 13:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 14:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28281 | 13:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 14:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04459 | 13:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 14:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84691 | 14:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h54 | 15:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28289 | 14:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h18 | 15:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04462 | 14:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 15:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:20, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 52m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 2:20 |
Last train 22:28 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield station (SHF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield station (SHF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield station (SHF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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