The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Sheffield
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Sheffield will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 10 trains that leave Birmingham for Sheffield on Fri, Dec 05, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.
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Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
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1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Sheffield trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C23655 | On time 10:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h16 | 11:19 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23206 | On time 10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h02 | 11:29 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23658 | On time 11:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h16 | 12:19 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23147+ Y07233 | On time 11:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h33 | 12:42 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
C23661 | On time 12:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h14 | 1:17 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23170 | On time 12:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h04 | 1:28 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23665 | On time 1:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h16 | 2:19 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23152+ Y07244 | On time 1:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h33 | 2:42 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
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C23644 | On time 6:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h12 | 7:15 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23132+ Y07201 | On time 6:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h33 | 7:42 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
C23647 | On time 7:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h17 | 8:20 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23136+ Y07211 | On time 7:08 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h37 | 8:45 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
C23650 | On time 8:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h15 | 9:18 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23204 | On time 8:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h02 | 9:29 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23652 | On time 9:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h14 | 10:17 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23142+ Y07222 | On time 9:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 10:43 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Sheffield
Trains from Birmingham to Sheffield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 04:39 |
Last train 23:09 |
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Sheffield
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 16:00 Friday 07:00 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: The public service bus stop outside station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 12:00 Friday 07:00 - 10:00 Saturday 12:00 - 14:00 Sunday 09:00 - 14:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Bordesley Green Road - Outside booking hall entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 10:3012:00 - 18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 11:0012:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 11:0015:00 - 18:00 Saturday 11:00 - 15:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Lichfield Road - under railway bridge at public service bus stop near to bottom of stairs for Platform 1 Walsall bound platform
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop-off in the bus bays on the railway bridge.
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