The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) for Sheffield station (SHF) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 33 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:04 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0h47 | 16:51 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Trains from Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 38m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 05:27 |
Last train 20:54 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), CrossCountry from Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF) trainsNorthern Rail (3), CrossCountry trains will get you between Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) and Sheffield station (SHF) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) to Sheffield station (SHF) 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 station (SHF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) and Sheffield station (SHF)
- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for mobility impaired or elderly customers as the access to the platforms is via ramped subway.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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