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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF)

Showing times and prices for Aug 06

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$33

Fastest journey

1 h 15 m

Average duration

1 h 15 m

Trains per day

21

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) without transferring at least once.

  • East Midlands RailwayC04363+Northern RailG89602
    1:17 PM1h15
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    2:32 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC04365+Northern RailG89614
    2:17 PM1h15
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    3:32 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC04347+Northern RailG89560
    8:17 AM1h16
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    9:33 AMSheffield station (SHF)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC04350+Northern RailG89569
    9:17 AM1h15
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    10:32 AMSheffield station (SHF)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressC24619 · W84700
    2:44 PM1h24
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    4:08 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $9.

Distance: 33 miles (54 km)

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Driving

$24

Average price

$19

Average price

Cheapest

$16

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 42m

Average total duration

2h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 28m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) is a bus with an average price of $19.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF):

A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) costing on average $24.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 41m.

Other travel options to Sheffield station (SHF) take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Airport and Sheffield station (SHF) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $24 compared to roughly $16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.21. The journey takes 1h 41m versus 1h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailG89546+East Midlands RailwayC04372
On time
4:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h23
5:40 PM Sheffield station (SHF)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24631 · W84712
On time
4:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
6:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)		1 transfer
Northern RailG89550+Transpennine ExpressW84712
On time
4:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
6:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)		1 transfer
Northern RailG89554+East Midlands RailwayC21806
On time
5:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h23
6:40 PM Sheffield station (SHF)		1 transfer
Thursday, August 6
East Midlands RailwayC04347+Northern RailG895608:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
9:33 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15896 · W846658:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
10:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84665+Northern RailG895648:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
10:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04350+Northern RailG895699:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
10:32 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24590 · W846709:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
11:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84670+Northern RailG895739:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
11:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04354+Northern RailG8957710:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
11:33 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24597 · W8467710:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
12:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84677+Northern RailG8958110:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
12:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89585+East Midlands RailwayC0435711:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
12:33 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16000 · W8468311:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
1:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84683+Northern RailG8958911:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
1:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04359+Northern RailG8959312:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
1:33 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24608 · W8468912:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
2:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89597+Transpennine ExpressW8468912:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
2:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89602+East Midlands RailwayC043631:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
2:32 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16023 · W846951:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
3:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89607+Transpennine ExpressW846951:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
3:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89614+East Midlands RailwayC043652:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
3:32 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24619 · W847002:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h24
4:08 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Northern RailG89617+Transpennine ExpressW847002:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h20
4:08 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF)

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Trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
33 miles (54 km)
Average train duration
1h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
$9
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
1h 15m
First train
5:06 AM
Last train
11:31 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Sheffield station (SHF) from $9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
$14
East Midlands Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Learn more about East Midlands Railway

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
$9
Transpennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Transpennine Express

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
$10
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
$18
Transport for Wales frequency
7 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
$37
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
$20
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) 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 station (SHF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9, while the average price is around $24.
The train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) takes 1h 15m and runs 10 per day.
The first train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) leaves at 5:06 AM.
The distance by train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) is 33 miles (54 km).
The last train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) leaves at 11:31 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF).
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF). This service operates 0 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) is by train, with a cost of around $9.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Sheffield offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, passing through the Peak District, known for its rolling hills and picturesque landscapes.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Manchester Airport to Sheffield. The journey takes 1h 15m and covers 33 miles (54 km). Trains run frequently with a frequency of 10 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF).
Since neither Manchester Airport nor Sheffield station (SHF) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Sheffield station (SHF) include Leeds, Derby, Manchester, Chesterfield, Leicester.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF)

Most Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Sheffield station (SHF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Sheffield
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre

Bus56 · 1m · $5 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min

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.

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