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Outbound fromLiverpool Lime Street to Sheffield by train
It takes an average of 1h 50m to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Sheffield by train, over a distance of around 62 miles (101 km). There are normally 42 trains per day travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Sheffield and tickets for this journey start from £8.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:20 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool Lime Street | |
| Arrival station | Sheffield | |
| Journey time | From 1h 41m | |
| Distance | 62 miles (101 km) | |
| Frequency | 42 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £8.20 | |
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How to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Sheffield by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Sheffield? Look no further.
You'll usually find 42 trains per day running between Liverpool Lime Street and Sheffield, which usually take 1 hour 50 minutes to complete the 62 miles (101 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 41 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Both East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Sheffield start from £8.20 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Sheffield? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Sheffield
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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 Liverpool Lime 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.
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