Stockport to Sheffield train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockport to Sheffield

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Oct

Cheapest price on 14 Oct

£11

Average ticket price on 14 Oct

£13

Fastest journey on 14 Oct

38 m

Average journey duration on 14 Oct

40 m

Trains on 14 Oct

6

Distance

46 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stockport to Sheffield will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.

Fast trains

On Wed 14 Oct, we found 6 trains from Stockport to Sheffield, including 6 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .

The slowest trains will take 44 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.

  • East Midlands RailwayC04354
    10:550h38
    Stockport station (SPT)
    11:33Sheffield station (SHF)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC04350
    9:540h38
    Stockport station (SPT)
    10:32Sheffield station (SHF)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC04347
    8:550h38
    Stockport station (SPT)
    9:33Sheffield station (SHF)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressW84670
    10:250h44
    Stockport station (SPT)
    11:09Sheffield station (SHF)
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressW84665
    9:250h44
    Stockport station (SPT)
    10:09Sheffield station (SHF)
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Stockport to Sheffield

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Trains from Stockport to Sheffield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 38m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance
46 km
Average train duration
42m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
38m
First train
0:22
Last train
23:48
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
35 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5

Live departures

Stockport to Sheffield train times

The table below shows live departures for Stockport to Sheffield trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC04359
Delayed
11:57 12:54Stockport station (SPT)
0h39
13:33 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84689
On time
13:23 Stockport station (SPT)
0h46
14:09 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04363
On time
13:54 Stockport station (SPT)
0h38
14:32 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84695
On time
14:24 Stockport station (SPT)
0h45
15:09 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04365
On time
14:54 Stockport station (SPT)
0h38
15:32 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84700
On time
15:25 Stockport station (SPT)
0h43
16:08 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04368
On time
15:54 Stockport station (SPT)
0h39
16:33 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84705
On time
16:25 Stockport station (SPT)
0h44
17:09 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04372
On time
16:54 Stockport station (SPT)
0h46
17:40 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84712
On time
17:25 Stockport station (SPT)
0h44
18:09 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21806
On time
17:54 Stockport station (SPT)
0h46
18:40 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84719
On time
18:25 Stockport station (SPT)
0h44
19:09 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21581
On time
18:54 Stockport station (SPT)
0h40
19:34 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84725
On time
19:24 Stockport station (SPT)
0h45
20:09 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04380
On time
19:54 Stockport station (SPT)
0h39
20:33 Sheffield station (SHF)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW846588:25 Stockport station (SPT)
0h44
9:09 Sheffield station (SHF)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC043478:55 Stockport station (SPT)
0h38
9:33 Sheffield station (SHF)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW846659:25 Stockport station (SPT)
0h44
10:09 Sheffield station (SHF)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC043509:54 Stockport station (SPT)
0h38
10:32 Sheffield station (SHF)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8467010:25 Stockport station (SPT)
0h44
11:09 Sheffield station (SHF)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC0435410:55 Stockport station (SPT)
0h38
11:33 Sheffield station (SHF)0 changesdirect

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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express or Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Stockport to Sheffield.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express or Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Stockport to Sheffield.
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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
40m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£12
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
38m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£10
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

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
1h 2m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£16
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

Complete guide to Sheffield

Things to do in Sheffield

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

  • Must visit

Weston Park Museum

A major city museum with archaeology, metalwork, art and natural history collections, set beside the Winter Garden and Millennium Gallery.

  • Must visit

Millennium Gallery

City-centre gallery with changing art, design and metalwork displays, plus the Ruskin Collection and exhibitions linked to Sheffield craft.

  • Must visit

Kelham Island Museum

Industrial museum on the River Don where historic working machinery demonstrates Sheffield's steel and engineering heritage.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate by UK standards. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday costs are manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service unless a service charge is added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips.

Best day trips from Sheffield by train

The most popular day trips by train from Sheffield are York, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham and Doncaster. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Sheffield on Omio.

A view of York

Day trip from Sheffield to York by train

Why visit York for the day?

York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.

How to get from Sheffield to York by train?

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:03, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 43m.

A view of Leeds

Day trip from Sheffield to Leeds by train

Why visit Leeds for the day?

Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.

How to get from Sheffield to Leeds by train?

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 39m.

A view of Manchester

Day trip from Sheffield to Manchester by train

Why visit Manchester for the day?

Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.

How to get from Sheffield to Manchester by train?

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 50m.

A view of Nottingham

Day trip from Sheffield to Nottingham by train

Why visit Nottingham for the day?

Nottingham is known for the Robin Hood legend, its lace-making past and a lively student atmosphere. The compact city blends Nottingham Castle and the Lace Market with independent shops, music and strong sporting traditions.

How to get from Sheffield to Nottingham by train?

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:14, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 46m.

A view of Doncaster

Day trip from Sheffield to Doncaster by train

Why visit Doncaster for the day?

Doncaster is a South Yorkshire city known for horse racing, rail heritage and one of England’s oldest markets. Its centre mixes market-town character with modern shopping, while the wider area is popular for family days out.

How to get from Sheffield to Doncaster by train?

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 21m.

FAQs: Stockport to Sheffield train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Stockport to Sheffield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Stockport to Sheffield covers a distance of 46 km and takes approximately 38m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Stockport to Sheffield is 46 km.
The first train from Stockport to Sheffield leaves at 0:22.
The last train from Stockport to Sheffield departs at 23:48.
Trains from Stockport to Sheffield run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Stockport to Sheffield.
Yes, there is a direct train between Stockport and Sheffield. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail.
There is no night train service from Stockport to Sheffield.
The train station in Stockport that goes to Sheffield is Stockport station (SPT), and it arrives at Sheffield station (SHF).
Booking trains from Stockport to Sheffield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Stockport to Sheffield offers scenic views of the Peak District, featuring rolling hills, lush countryside, and charming rural landscapes.
Yes, you can take the train from Stockport to Sheffield.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stockport and Sheffield

Most Stockport to Sheffield trains use the Stockport to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Stockport and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Stockport
Arrival train stations in Sheffield

Which Stockport station do trains to Sheffield leave from?

Trains from Stockport to Sheffield leave from Stockport. The station is 1 km from Stockport city centre at Stockport station, Grand Central Way, Stockport, Cheshire, SK3 9HZ.
StockportStockport station, Grand Central Way, Stockport, Cheshire, SK3 9HZ+44 8450507080ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Stockport from Stockport city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.

Stockport train station facilities and services

Stockport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Stockport.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Stockport.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Stockport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Stockport: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Stockport: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stockport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts are available to all platforms via the station subway, 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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