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




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.
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 |
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84714 | On time 18:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h23 | 19:34 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21803 | On time 18:42 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h16 | 19:58 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84720 | On time 19:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h23 | 20:34 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04474 | On time 19:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h15 | 20:58 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84727 | On time 20:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h24 | 21:35 Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24806+ G38411 | On time 20:14 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h02 | 22:16 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 10 October | |||||
![]() | 5:36 Sheffield | 3h39 | 9:15 Warrington | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:44 Sheffield | 2h51 | 12:35 Warrington | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Town museum in the Cultural Quarter covering Warrington's archaeology, industry and social history with changing exhibitions.
Volunteer-run transport museum with preserved buses, memorabilia and special open days celebrating local road transport heritage.
Contemporary gallery space hosting rotating exhibitions, events and workshops in a restored town-centre building.
Large public park with formal gardens, woodland walks, a lake, play areas and family attractions close to the town centre.
Popular linear park and walking route along the old railway, ideal for quiet strolls, wildlife spotting and cycling.
Picturesque village area centred on the dam and bridge, with waterside views, historic character and an easy walking circuit.
A crumbly, salty Cheshire cow’s milk cheese long made in the county. It is one of the area’s best-known traditional foods and is often eaten with bread or pickles.
A regional fruit loaf from north-west England, packed with dried fruit and peel. It is a traditional tea-time bake associated with Cheshire and nearby towns.
A classic north-west dish of lamb or mutton baked slowly with sliced potatoes and onions. It is hearty pub fare long eaten across Lancashire and Cheshire.
Popular independent restaurant serving tapas and small plates in a lively, informal setting in Stockton Heath.
Stylish grill and British restaurant in Stockton Heath, known for steaks, roasts and polished but relaxed dining.
Smart town-centre venue specialising in British steaks, grills and cocktails with a contemporary feel.
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.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Warrington Central -> Warrington Bus Interchange
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.

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.
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 options are available at Sheffield.
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
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.
Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Central.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, 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, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Warrington Bank Quay is 1 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Warrington Bank Quay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Wi-Fi is available at Warrington Bank Quay. ATMs are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Bank Quay. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Bank Quay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the 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.
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