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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Thorne
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
42 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
45 m
Trains on 15 Sept
20
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Thorne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Thorne will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 20 trains from Sheffield to Thorne, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 48 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.
5:420h48Sheffield6:30Thorne North£81One-way0 changes- 16:570h42Sheffield17:39Thorne North£81One-way0 changes
- 17:570h42Sheffield18:39Thorne North£81One-way0 changes
- 6:051h18Sheffield7:23Thorne North£121One-way1 change
22:110h45Sheffield22:56Thorne South£251One-way0 changes
- 16:570h42Sheffield17:39Thorne North£81One-way0 changes
- 17:570h42Sheffield18:39Thorne North£81One-way0 changes
- 22:110h45Sheffield22:56Thorne South£251One-way0 changes
- 5:420h48Sheffield6:30Thorne North£81One-way0 changes
17:380h48Sheffield18:26Thorne North£321One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Sheffield to Thorne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Thorne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 53m versus 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Sheffield to Thorne train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Thorne trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:32 Sheffield | 0h54 | 10:26 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 10:11 Sheffield | 1h12 | 11:23 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 11:32 Sheffield | 0h53 | 12:25 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 12:11 Sheffield | 1h11 | 13:22 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 13:32 Sheffield | 0h53 | 14:25 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 14:32 Sheffield | 0h53 | 15:25 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 15:29 Sheffield | 0h56 | 16:25 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 16:11 Sheffield | 1h10 | 17:21 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 16:57 Sheffield | 0h42 | 17:39 Thorne North | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:38 Sheffield | 0h48 | 18:26 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 17:57 Sheffield | 0h42 | 18:39 Thorne North | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:30 Sheffield | 0h54 | 19:24 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 19:11 Sheffield | 1h14 | 20:25 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 20:29 Sheffield | 0h55 | 21:24 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 22:11 Sheffield | 0h45 | 22:56 Thorne South | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:27 Sheffield | 1h03 | 23:30 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| 5:42 Sheffield | 0h48 | 6:30 Thorne North | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:05 Sheffield | 1h18 | 7:23 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 7:10 Sheffield | 1h12 | 8:22 Thorne North | 1 change | |
| 8:11 Sheffield | 1h11 | 9:22 Thorne North | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Thorne
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Thorne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield to Thorne trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield and Thorne from £5. 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 to Thorne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Thorne 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 Thorne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Thorne
Most Sheffield to Thorne trains use the Sheffield to Thorne North station pair, with some services arriving at Thorne South. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Thorne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Thorne leave from?
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 Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
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 Thorne station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Getting to Thorne North from Thorne city centre
Thorne North train station facilities and services
Thorne North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thorne North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thorne North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thorne North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thorne North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thorne North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Only one member of staff. Poor access to platform 2. Stepped access only unless customer uses staff operated 'barrow' crossing, which is locked out of use after the station ticket office closes. If you are travelling from this station after 1330 Saturdays, after 1730 weekdays or any time on Sundays and need assistance to cross between platforms, please call 0800 138 5560 for advice on alternative accessible road transport, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Thorne South from Thorne city centre
Thorne South train station facilities and services
Thorne South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thorne South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thorne South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Thorne South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thorne South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Access to the platforms is via ramped access onto the Doncaster bound platform and step free footbridge to the Grimsby bound platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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