Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) train with Transpennine Express

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 28

Cheapest price on Sep 28

$22

Average ticket price on Sep 28

$27

Fastest journey on Sep 28

1 h 15 m

Average journey duration on Sep 28

1 h 15 m

Trains on Sep 28

26

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 $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.

Fast trains

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

  • Northern RailG89593+East Midlands RailwayC04359
    12:17 PM1h16
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    1:33 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW85201+East Midlands RailwayC04372
    4:04 PM1h36
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    5:40 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89541+East Midlands RailwayC04368
    3:17 PM1h16
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    4:33 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89577+East Midlands RailwayC04354
    10:17 AM1h16
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    11:33 AMSheffield station (SHF)
    $251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89614+East Midlands RailwayC04365
    2:17 PM1h15
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    3:32 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    $251One-way
    1 transfer

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, Sunday, September 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW84713+Northern RailG89586
Delayed
4:17 PM 4:45 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
6:07 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24638+East Midlands RailwayC04371
On time
5:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h17
6:34 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84718+Transport for WalesW44297
Delayed
5:17 PM 5:41 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
7:07 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16007+East Midlands RailwayC21807
On time
6:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
7:33 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84723+Northern RailG89594
Delayed
6:17 PM 6:45 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
1h24
8:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16003+East Midlands RailwayC04377
On time
7:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
8:32 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84731+Northern RailG89598
Delayed
7:17 PM 7:45 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
9:07 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16200+East Midlands RailwayC04381
On time
8:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
9:33 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84735+Northern RailG89603
Delayed
8:17 PM 8:45 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
1h24
10:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15863+East Midlands RailwayC21587
On time
9:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h20
10:37 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84741+Transport for WalesW43862
Delayed
9:17 PM 9:41 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
11:07 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84745+Northern RailG89615
Delayed
10:15 PM 10:45 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
12:07 AM Sheffield station (SHF)
1 transfer
Monday, September 28
Transpennine ExpressW85168+East Midlands RailwayC043478:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h29
9:33 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04347+Northern RailG895608:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
9:33 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84665+Northern RailG895648:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
10:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85170+East Midlands RailwayC043509:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h28
10:32 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 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 ExpressW84677+Northern RailG8958110:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
12:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04357+Northern RailG8958511:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
12:33 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 ExpressW84689+Northern RailG8959712:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
2:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04363+Northern RailG896021:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
2:32 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84695+Northern RailG896071:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
3:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04365+Northern RailG896142:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
3:32 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84700+Northern RailG896172:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h20
4:08 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04368+Northern RailG895413:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
4:33 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84705+Northern RailG895433:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
5:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85201+East Midlands RailwayC043724:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h36
5:40 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04372+Northern RailG895464:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h23
5:40 PM Sheffield station (SHF)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84712+Northern RailG895504:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
6:09 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 11 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 3m.

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 10m
Cheapest ticket price
$7 (€6)
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
1h 3m
First train
5:06 AM
Last train
10:31 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
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: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Sheffield station (SHF) from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Transpennine Express Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
$16 (€13)
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

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 East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
$17 (€14)
East Midlands Railway frequency
4 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

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 Northern Rail Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
$7 (€6)
Northern Rail frequency
3 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

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 $7 (€6), while the average price is around $29 (€24).
The train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF) takes 1h 3m and runs 11 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 10:31 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF).
There is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF).
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 take the train from Manchester Airport to Sheffield station (SHF).
Popular day trips by train from Sheffield station (SHF) include Leeds, Derby, Manchester, Chesterfield, Leicester.
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.

popular train stations

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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