Sheffield to Warrington train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Warrington

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct

Cheapest price on 10 Oct

£16

Average ticket price on 10 Oct

£24

Fastest journey on 10 Oct

2 h 51 m

Average journey duration on 10 Oct

3 h 15 m

Trains on 10 Oct

2

Distance

74 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Warrington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sheffield to Warrington will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

On Sat 10 Oct, we found 2 trains from Sheffield to Warrington, including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.

  • Northern Rail
    5:363h39
    Sheffield
    9:15Warrington
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine Express
    9:442h51
    Sheffield
    12:35Warrington
    £311One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Sheffield to Warrington

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Trains from Sheffield to Warrington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 1h 13m.

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
74 km
Average train duration
1h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 13m
First train
3:10
Last train
23:50
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
21 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

Live departures

Sheffield to Warrington train times

The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Warrington trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW84714
On time
18:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h23
19:34 Warrington Central (WAC)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21803
On time
18:42 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h16
19:58 Warrington Central (WAC)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84720
On time
19:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h23
20:34 Warrington Central (WAC)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04474
On time
19:43 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h15
20:58 Warrington Central (WAC)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84727
On time
20:11 Sheffield station (SHF)
1h24
21:35 Warrington Central (WAC)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24806+Transport for WalesG38411
On time
20:14 Sheffield station (SHF)
2h02
22:16 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
1 change
Saturday 10 October
Northern Rail5:36 Sheffield
3h39
9:15 Warrington0 changesdirect
Transpennine Express9:44 Sheffield
2h51
12:35 Warrington0 changesdirect

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Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway from Sheffield to Warrington trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Sheffield and Warrington from £21. 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 22m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£21
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

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 13m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£32
East Midlands Railway frequency
3 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

Complete guide to Warrington

Things to do in Warrington

Discover the best of Warrington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Warrington trip today.

  • Recommended

Warrington Museum & Art Gallery

Town museum in the Cultural Quarter covering Warrington's archaeology, industry and social history with changing exhibitions.

  • Recommended

North West Museum of Road Transport

Volunteer-run transport museum with preserved buses, memorabilia and special open days celebrating local road transport heritage.

The Gallery at Bank Quay House

Contemporary gallery space hosting rotating exhibitions, events and workshops in a restored town-centre building.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate by UK standards. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Manchester or London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional.

FAQs: Sheffield to Warrington train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Warrington 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 Warrington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Warrington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Sheffield to Warrington covers a distance of 74 km and takes approximately 1h 13m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Warrington is 74 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Warrington leaves at 3:10.
The last train from Sheffield to Warrington departs at 23:50.
Trains from Sheffield to Warrington run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Sheffield to Warrington.
Yes, there is a direct train between Sheffield and Warrington. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Warrington.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Warrington is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Warrington Central (WAC).
Booking trains from Sheffield to Warrington 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 Warrington offers a mix of urban and rural views, with stretches of countryside scenery, including glimpses of the Peak District, providing a pleasant travel experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Warrington.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Warrington

Most Sheffield to Warrington trains use the Sheffield to Warrington Central station pair, with some services arriving at Warrington Bank Quay. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Warrington 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 Warrington

Which Sheffield station do trains to Warrington leave from?

Trains from Sheffield to Warrington 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 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.

MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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 · £0.89
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.

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