Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Nov
Cheapest price on 01 Nov
£14
Average ticket price on 01 Nov
£26
Fastest journey on 01 Nov
1 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 01 Nov
1 h 49 m
Trains on 01 Nov
29
Distance
92 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) 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 Preston station (PRE) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.

Fast trains

To travel from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) you need to make at least one change.

  • Northern RailP24797 · G89615
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressW84728 · W84942
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressW84716 · C24371
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressW84722 · W84937
    1 change
  • Northern RailP24773 · G89056
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE)

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Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 10:11, the last at 17:11. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 30m.

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
92 km
Average train duration
1h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 30m
First train
10:11
Last train
17:11
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
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

Frequently asked questions about your Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE).

The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £35.
The train journey from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) covers a distance of 92 km and takes approximately 1h 30m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) is 92 km.
The first train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) leaves at 10:11.
The last train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) departs at 17:11.
Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE).

Live departures

Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) train times

The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW84654 · W851718:09 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h55
10:04 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84654+Avanti West CoastW331348:09 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h13
10:22 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84660 · W851789:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h53
11:04 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84660+Avanti West CoastW333499:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h29
11:40 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04398+Transport for WalesAW852000+Northern RailC319069:41 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h12
11:53 Preston station (PRE)2 changes
Transpennine ExpressW84666 · W8518010:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h49
12:03 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84666+Avanti West CoastW3314410:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h26
12:40 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21588+Northern RailG8906610:38 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h55
12:33 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21588+Avanti West CoastW3321710:38 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h14
12:52 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84672+Avanti West CoastW3308911:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h28
13:39 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Northern RailP24805 · G8957011:15 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h42
13:57 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04441+Avanti West CoastW3337311:40 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h11
13:51 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04441+Northern RailG8957011:40 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h17
13:57 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04442+Northern RailG8904812:41 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h52
14:33 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04443+Northern RailG8906813:43 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h50
15:33 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Northern RailP28282 · G8905014:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h19
16:33 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04446+Northern RailG8905014:44 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h49
16:33 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Northern RailP28291 · G8905215:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h19
17:33 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84716 · C2437118:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h56
20:07 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84716+Avanti West CoastW3329018:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h28
20:39 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Northern RailP24773 · G8905618:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h19
20:33 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21592+Northern RailG8905618:41 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h52
20:33 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21592+Avanti West CoastW3322818:41 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h11
20:52 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84722 · W8493719:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h50
21:01 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84722+Avanti West CoastW3320419:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h28
21:39 Preston station (PRE)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04394+Northern RailG8960319:42 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h15
21:57 Preston station (PRE)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail trains will get you between Sheffield station (SHF) and Preston station (PRE) from £14. 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 30m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£27
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
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
Learn more about Transpennine Express

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 39m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£35
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
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
Learn more about East Midlands Railway

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
2h 3m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£14
Northern Rail frequency
1 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sheffield station (SHF) and Preston station (PRE)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE).
There is no night train service from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE).

FAQs: Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) train

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

FAQs
Booking trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE).

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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield station (SHF) and Preston station (PRE)

Most Sheffield station (SHF) to Preston station (PRE) trains use the Sheffield to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield station (SHF) and Preston station (PRE) 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 Preston
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.

More about Sheffield

Most popular trains to and from Preston station (PRE) and Sheffield station (SHF)

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Wigan North Western (WGN) to Preston station (PRE) train
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Sheffield station (SHF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
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Sheffield station (SHF) to London Stansted Airport train
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