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Gathurst to Sheffield by train

First train

05:32

Last train

21:32

Departure station

Gathurst

Arrival station

Sheffield

Journey time

From 1h 36m

Distance

52 miles (84 km)

Frequency

29 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway

Travelling from Gathurst to Sheffield by train

Looking to travel from Gathurst to Sheffield by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 2 hours 7 minutes to travel from Gathurst to Sheffield by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 36 minutes though. You'll usually find 29 trains per day running along the 52 miles (84 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Sheffield, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to get to Sheffield – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Gathurst to Sheffield in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Gathurst to Sheffield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Gathurst to Sheffield take?

The average journey time by train between Gathurst and Sheffield is 2 hours and 7 minutes, with around 29 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Gathurst and Sheffield by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Gathurst to Sheffield is 1 hour and 36 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Gathurst to Sheffield?

No, there are no direct train services from Gathurst to Sheffield. Travelling from Gathurst to Sheffield by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Gathurst to Sheffield leave?

The first train from Gathurst to Sheffield leaves at 05:32. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Gathurst to Sheffield leave?

The last train from Gathurst to Sheffield leaves at 21:32. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Gathurst and Sheffield by train?

Trains travelling from Gathurst to Sheffield cover a distance of around 52 miles (84 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Gathurst to Sheffield

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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