
Book Cheap Train Tickets From Sheffield to Manchester
Manchester is a beautiful city that is worth visiting by travelling by rail from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly. Manchester is situated in the North West of England, and the city has plenty of attractions to see, as well as lots of culture and an interesting history.
The journey from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly can take as little as 50 Minutes; on average, the journey takes 1 Hour 3 Minutes. Transpennine Express operates most trains running from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly, though there are also Northern services, and EMR run fewer direct services. If you need to reach Manchester Victoria after travelling by rail to Manchester Piccadilly from Sheffield you can take a service with TPE or walk for 20 minutes. You may occasionally find a rail replacement bus service in place to Manchester Piccadilly from Sheffield if there is a disruption or strike. There are many amenities to choose from at Manchester Piccadilly Station, including coffee shops, restaurants, and shops.
Search for cheap train tickets to Manchester from Sheffield and view Manchester Piccadilly train times using our booking engine. To find the cheapest fares for trains from Sheffield, it is worth booking early and avoiding taking trains during peak times.
Travelling From Sheffield to Manchester by Train
Departure
Sheffield
Arrival
Manchester Piccadilly
Distance
32 Miles / 52 Kilometres
First Service
03:45 Mon, 3:53 Tue - Fri, 3:17 Sat, 8:11 Sun
Last Service
23:28 Mon - Fri, 22:38 Sat, 23:21 Sun
Fastest Journey Time
50 Minutes
Avg. Journey Time
1 Hour 3 Minutes
Frequency
63 Trains per day
Operators
East Midlands Railway, Northern, TransPennine Express
Sheffield to Manchester Train Routes
Trains between Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly run on the Hope Valley Line. When you travel from Sheffield on this route it is worth stopping at scenic destinations including New Mills Central and Edale.
Train Companies
EMR
EMR runs services from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly without the need to change trains. One Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly service runs per hour, stopping at Liverpool Lime Street on the route.
Northern
One Northern Service runs per hour from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly, stopping at New Mills Central on the way. When taking Northern Services, you can choose to reserve seats in Standard Class or First Class.
Transpennine Express
There are regular trains running for travel from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly operated by TPE. The journey stops at Liverpool Lime Street on the way to Manchester Piccadilly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly take?
The train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly takes on average 1 Hour 3 Minutes.
What's the fastest journey time between Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly by train?
The fastest journey time between Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly by train is 50 minutes.
How much does the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly cost?
The cost of the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly can vary, but you can save money and find the cheapest train ticket by travelling during off-peak times and booking in advance.
Is there a direct train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly?
There are regular direct trains from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly.
What time does the first train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly leave?
The first train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly typically leaves at 03:53, though timetables can change at weekends. You can view train times using our booking engine.
What time does the last train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly leave?
The last train from Sheffield to Manchesterf Piccadily typically leaves at 23:28, though timetables can be different on a Saturday and Sunday.