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Outbound fromBirmingham New Street to Sheffield by train
It takes an average of 1h 30m to travel from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield by train, over a distance of around 65 miles (104 km). There are normally 32 trains per day travelling from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield and tickets for this journey start from £7.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:04 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Arrival station | Sheffield | |
| Journey time | From 59m | |
| Distance | 65 miles (104 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £7.40 | |
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Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield in 59 minutes
If you want to travel from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield by train to take around 1 hour 30 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 32 trains per day running on this route, which spans 65 miles (104 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Sheffield. You can travel with CrossCountry trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield start from £7.40 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Birmingham New Street to Sheffield is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.