First train | 02:45 | |
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Last train | 02:20 | |
Departure station | Sheffield | |
Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
Journey time | From 50m | |
Distance | 32 miles (52 km) | |
Frequency | 82 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £5 | |
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Want to find out more about taking the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly? Look no further.
The train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly usually takes around 1h 19m but can take just 49m on the fastest services, with around 57 trains running on this popular route every day. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.
You can choose to travel with either a TransPennine Express or an East Midlands Railway (EMR) service on this route. Just sit back, relax and enjoy the amenities offered on board, including free WiFi.
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets to Manchester Piccadilly from Sheffield if you travel Off-Peak or get a Railcard.
Keen to book your train tickets from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to learn a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs including first and last train times.
The average journey time by train between Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly is 1 hour and 14 minutes, with around 82 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.
The fastest journey time by train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly is 50 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly without having to change trains. There are 82 direct trains from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly leaves at 02:45. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly leaves at 02:20. 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.
Trains travelling from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly cover a distance of around 32 miles (52 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield.
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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 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly is right for you.
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