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Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde trains for today, Tuesday 18 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3:45 Sheffield | 2h24 | 6:09 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 5:08 Sheffield | 2h38 | 7:46 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 6:09 Sheffield | 2h37 | 8:46 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
 | 6:19 Sheffield | 2h56 | 9:15 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 7:07 Sheffield | 2h39 | 9:46 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 7:29 Sheffield | 2h46 | 10:15 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 8:08 Sheffield | 2h36 | 10:44 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 8:44 Sheffield | 2h30 | 11:14 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 9:11 Sheffield | 2h32 | 11:43 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 9:43 Sheffield | 2h32 | 12:15 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 10:11 Sheffield | 2h32 | 12:43 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 10:43 Sheffield | 2h32 | 13:15 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 11:11 Sheffield | 2h32 | 13:43 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
| 11:43 Sheffield | 2h32 | 14:15 Poulton-le-Fylde | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 2h 24m.
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 113 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 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: Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde trainsNorthern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Poulton-le-Fylde from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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 Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£20
Northern Rail frequency
3 a day
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 Duration
2h 27m
Cheapest Price
£28
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 57m
Cheapest Price
£20
Northern Trains Limited frequency
2 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£39
TransPennine Express frequency
13 a day
Complete guide to Poulton-le-Fylde
Things to do in Poulton-le-Fylde
Discover the best of Poulton-le-Fylde — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poulton-le-Fylde trip today.
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Marsh Mill Museum
Museum in Thornton showing the social and industrial history of the Fylde area. Good for local stories, photographs, and a community-focused visit near Poulton.
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Grundy Art Gallery
Well-known art gallery and museum in Blackpool with modern displays, temporary exhibitions, and local history collections. A varied cultural option within easy reach.
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Market Place
Central square and shopping area with regular markets, historic buildings, and a lively local feel. The best place to start exploring Poulton on foot.
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Vicarage Park
Main green space near the centre with sports facilities, open lawns, and family-friendly paths. Ideal for a relaxed walk close to shops and the railway station.
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The Line
Leafy walking and cycling route on a former railway line, popular with locals for wildlife and easy access through suburban edges of Poulton and Carleton.
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Fleetwood Smoked Haddock
A lightly smoked haddock fillet from nearby Fleetwood, traditionally eaten for breakfast or supper. It reflects the Fylde coast's long fishing heritage.
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Potted Shrimps
Brown shrimps landed on the Lancashire coast, often served potted in spiced butter. A classic local seaside delicacy with deep regional roots.
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Lancashire Hotpot
A robust Lancashire stew of lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. It is one of the county's best-known traditional comfort dishes.
Amaro
Well-known Italian restaurant with pasta, pizza and classic mains. Lively, dependable and popular for casual meals in the town centre.
The River Wyre
Stylish bistro known for modern British cooking, steaks and seafood in a smart but relaxed setting in Poulton-le-Fylde.
The Golden Ball
Traditional pub and dining room serving British favourites, grills and Sunday roasts in a friendly market-town atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a small Lancashire town: pub meals and coffee are reasonable, but hotels and rail travel can raise daily costs versus similar UK market towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not expect tips.
FAQs: Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde 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 Poulton-le-Fylde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £33.
The train journey from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde covers a distance of 113 km and takes approximately 2h 24m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde is 113 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde leaves at 5:03.
The last train from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde departs at 22:11.
Trains from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde.
To travel from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Poulton-le-Fylde is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Poulton-le-Fylde station (PFY).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde is by train, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde 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 Poulton-le-Fylde offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, highlighting the rolling landscapes of the Pennines and glimpses of the countryside in Lancashire, providing a pleasant visual experience.
A day trip from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde is not feasible as the travel time is 2h 24m. Trains run 4 times per day, covering a distance of 113 km.
Poulton-le-Fylde is a charming market town with a few attractions, making it suitable for a short visit of 1-2 days to explore its local shops, restaurants, and historical sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Poulton-le-Fylde
Most Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde trains use the Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Poulton-le-Fylde 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 Poulton-le-Fylde
Which Sheffield station do trains to Poulton-le-Fylde leave from?
Trains from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde leave from Sheffield. The station is 1 km from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104
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.
MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSheffield - Leeds, Sheffield - Huddersfield, Nottingham - Leeds, Sheffield - Adwick, Lincoln Central - Leeds, Sheffield - Scarborough, Sheffield - Doncaster, Sheffield - Lockwood, Sheffield - York, Sheffield - Hull, Sheffield - Bridlington, Sheffield - Barnsley, Chesterfield - Leeds, Retford - Leeds, Sheffield - Wakefield Kirkgate, Lincoln Central - Huddersfield, Lincoln Central - Lockwood, Alfreton - Leeds, Sheffield - Penistone, Sheffield - Beverley, Retford - Meadowhall, Sheffield - Carlisle, Nottingham - Barnsley · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min
BusUk905 · 10m · £0.90
X17, 137, 65 · 18m · £4 · every ~7 min
X1, X2 · 19m · every ~13 min
65 · 22m · £4
70A, 70 · 48m · every ~3 min
TramBlue, Yell · 18m · every ~16 min
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Poulton-le-Fylde station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Trains from Sheffield to Poulton-le-Fylde arrive at Poulton-le-Fylde. Poulton-le-Fylde is 1 km from Poulton-le-Fylde city centre.
Poulton-le-FyldePoulton-le-Fylde station, Breck Road, Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, FY6 7AA+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Poulton-le-Fylde from Poulton-le-Fylde city centre
Bus24 · 6m · £4 · every ~5 min
75 · 11m · every ~3 min
Poulton-le-Fylde train station facilities and services
Poulton-le-Fylde has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Poulton-le-Fylde.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Poulton-le-Fylde.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Poulton-le-Fylde: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Poulton-le-Fylde: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access from Breck Road into ticket hall then by means of passenger operated lift, now available to the island platform from first to last train. Alternatively 37 steps with rest platform and handrail from ticket hall to island platform, 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 ticket machines note: Cards only. Other users can obtain Promise to Pay tickets, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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