The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Sheffield
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
16₫
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
19₫
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
1 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
1 h 43 m
Trains on 28 Sept
11
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield will cost around 19₫ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 16₫.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 11 trains from Liverpool to Sheffield, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W846536:14 AM1h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:09 AMSheffield station (SHF)16 ₫1One-way0 changes
C043477:48 AM1h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:33 AMSheffield station (SHF)17 ₫1One-way0 changes
W8467710:19 AM1h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:09 PMSheffield station (SHF)17 ₫1One-way0 changes
W846709:19 AM1h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:09 AMSheffield station (SHF)17 ₫1One-way0 changes
C0435710:51 AM1h42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:33 PMSheffield station (SHF)18 ₫1One-way0 changes
C043508:51 AM1h41Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:32 AMSheffield station (SHF)23 ₫1One-way0 changes
C0435710:51 AM1h42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:33 PMSheffield station (SHF)18 ₫1One-way0 changes
C043549:51 AM1h42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:33 AMSheffield station (SHF)18 ₫1One-way0 changes
C043477:48 AM1h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:33 AMSheffield station (SHF)17 ₫1One-way0 changes
C043446:49 AM1h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:34 AMSheffield station (SHF)21 ₫1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Liverpool to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Sheffield trains for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24376+ P24763 | 5:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h46 | 8:06 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
W84653 | 6:14 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h55 | 8:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04344 | 6:49 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h45 | 8:34 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84658 | 7:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 9:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04347 | 7:48 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h45 | 9:33 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84665 | 8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 10:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04350 | 8:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h41 | 10:32 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84670 | 9:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 11:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04354 | 9:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h42 | 11:33 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84677 | 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 12:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04357 | 10:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h42 | 12:33 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Sheffield
Trains from Liverpool to Sheffield run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 11₫ but you can travel from only 10₫ by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price 11₫ |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail from Liverpool to Sheffield trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail trains will get you between Liverpool and Sheffield from 10₫. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Sheffield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Sheffield
Most Liverpool to Sheffield trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Sheffield station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

