Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Thorne
Take a train from Sheffield to Thorne and enjoy the approximately 42 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:34.
Distance 42 km |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Sheffield to Thorne trip
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Train companies: Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield to Thorne trainsCross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield and Thorne. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sheffield and Thorne
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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.
Train stations for Sheffield to Thorne
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